Terlipressin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices.
Side effects
Abdominal cramp
Diarrhoea
Headache
High blood pressure
Pale skin
Slow heart rate
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Terlipressin works on the walls of blood vessels, causing them narrow and decrease the blood flow into the affected veins. This helps to stop or slow the bleeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How does Terlipressin work? Terlipressin works by decreasing the blood flow to the gastrointestinal system and helps to reduce gastrointestinal bleeding caused by high blood pressure in the liver or swollen blood vessels in the esophagus.
Expert Advice
Inform your doctor if you have or ever had breathing problems, hypertension, brain problems, heart problems, or kidney problems.Do not consume alcohol with Terlipressin as it may lead to serious side effects.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-38321 Product Description: Remestyp 1 mg Injection is manufactured by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Packing: Vial Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.