Vasopressin caught fire as an adjunct vasopressor for sepsis about 20 years ago. The rationale was that septic patients are vasopressin deficient, at least relatively, and they require exogenous ...

Diabetes insipidus occurs when problems with antidiuretic hormone (ADH) cause the body to remove too much water. A synthetic version of ADH can help restore a person’s levels and treat some types of ...

Cranial diabetes insipidus is a rare condition that results in persistent thirst and frequent urination. It occurs due to problems with arginine vasopressin (AVP), a hormone that plays a role in ...

The FDA approved terlipressin (Terlivaz), the first drug for treating patients with hepatorenal syndrome (HRS). A synthetic vasopressin analog, terlipressin is an injectable drug indicated for ...