Opressin 20IU Injection
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Product introduction
Opressin 20IU Injection is used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus, bleeding esophageal varices (bleeding from dilated veins in the food pipe leading to your stomach), and low blood pressure.
Opressin 20IU Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as decreased cardiac output, slow heart rate, tachyarrhythmias, decreased sodium level in the blood, and ischemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Opressin 20IU Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as decreased cardiac output, slow heart rate, tachyarrhythmias, decreased sodium level in the blood, and ischemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Uses of Opressin Injection
- Bleeding esophageal varices
- Diabetes insipidus
- Low blood pressure
Benefits of Opressin Injection
In Bleeding esophageal varices
Esophageal varices develop when normal blood flow to the liver is blocked by a clot or scar tissue in the liver. Opressin 20IU Injection helps to reduce blood flow by narrowing the blood vessels and helps reduce and stop bleeding. It is given as an injection by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
In Diabetes insipidus
Opressin 20IU Injection contains a hormone vasopressin, that acts on the kidneys and reduces the frequency and amount of urine produced by the kidneys. Thus, it brings about rapid action of controlling thirst and also reduces the urge to urinate often. This helps to manage these symptoms in diabetes insipidus and improves your quality of life.
In Low blood pressure
Opressin 20IU Injection is used to relieve low blood pressure which may occur due to sudden change in posture from lying to sitting or standing up, during an operation or after an injury. This medicine helps to bring back the blood pressure within normal range and therefore prevents any sudden fall or even serious complications that might have otherwise followed due to low blood pressure.
Side effects of Opressin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Opressin
- Decreased cardiac function
- Slow heart rate
- Decreased sodium level in blood
- Ischemia
How to use Opressin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Opressin Injection works
Opressin 20IU Injection have the same structure as that of the natural hormone vasopressin. Vasopressin lowers the amount of urine and bleeding by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels which, in turn, prevents the loss of water from the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Opressin 20IU Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Opressin 20IU Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Opressin 20IU Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Opressin 20IU Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Opressin 20IU Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Opressin 20IU Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Opressin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Opressin 20IU Injection, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Opressin 20IU Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
- It makes you feel dizzy or lightheaded. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Vasopressin analogues
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. How do you give Opressin 20IU Injection?
Opressin 20IU Injection is given by a doctor or nurse into the muscle or under the skin. It should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Opressin 20IU Injection.
Q. Is Opressin 20IU Injection safe?
Opressin 20IU Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Who should not take Opressin 20IU Injection?
Opressin 20IU Injection should not be given to anyone with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Opressin 20IU Injection or any of its ingredients.
Q. Can I take Opressin 20IU Injection in pregnancy?
There is no clarity on the use of Opressin 20IU Injection in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Opressin 20IU Injection. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Opressin 20IU Injection effective?
Opressin 20IU Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Opressin 20IU Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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