Why is argipressin acetate used for oesophageal variceal bleeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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It constricts smaller blood vessels, helping reduce blood flow through enlarged bleeding veins in the oesophagus.

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argipressin acetate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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It constricts smaller blood vessels, helping reduce blood flow through enlarged bleeding veins in the oesophagus.

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