A 58-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. Suspected variceal upper GI bleed. What is the best immediate pharm...

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A 58-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. Suspected variceal upper GI bleed. What is the best immediate pharmacological management alongside resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

IV terlipressin and IV broad-spectrum antibiotics

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IV omeprazole bolus and infusion

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Octreotide subcutaneous injection

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Oral propranolol

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Tranexamic acid only

mrcem sba MCQ (SBA): Variceal upper GI bleeding

A 58-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. Suspected variceal upper GI bleed. What is the best immediate pharmacological management alongside resuscitation?