A 65-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. After initial ABC resuscitation, large-bore IV access and fluid bol...

Question

A 65-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. After initial ABC resuscitation, large-bore IV access and fluid bolus, what is the most appropriate next pharmacological intervention while awaiting endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

IV Octreotide (or Terlipressin) plus broad-spectrum antibiotics

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IV Omeprazole infusion

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IV Tranexamic acid

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Oral Propranolol

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Oral Ranitidine

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A 65-year-old man with known cirrhosis presents with haematemesis and hypotension. After initial ABC resuscitation, large-bore IV access and fluid bolus, what is the most appropriate next pharmacological intervention while awaiting endoscopy?