Pitressin

In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

In the US, Pitressin (vasopressin systemic) is a member of the drug class antidiuretic hormones and is used to treat Abdominal Distension Prior to Abdominal X-ray, Asystole, Diabetes Insipidus, Esophageal Varices with Bleeding and Postoperative Gas Pains.

US matches:

• Pitressin

UK matches:

• Pitressin 20PU/ml Solution for Injection (SPC)

Ingredient matches for Pitressin

Argipressin

Argipressin is reported as an ingredient of Pitressin in the following countries:

• Malta


• United Kingdom

Vasopressin

Vasopressin is reported as an ingredient of Pitressin in the following countries:

• Australia


• Ireland


• Japan


• New Zealand


• Taiwan


• United Kingdom


• United States

International Drug Name Search

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