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Cpressin 40 Injection

Manufactured bySAMARTH LIFE SCIENCES PVT. LTD
ContainsVasopressin
Description
Cpressin 40 Injection is an anti-diuretic hormone. It is used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus (severe increase in urination), hypotension (low blood pressure), post-operative abdominal distension (swelling after abdominal surgery), and also given before performing an abdominal x-ray. Cpressin 40 Injection works by reducing your urine production. It helps to treat low blood pressure by its action on your blood vessels. Cpressin 40 Injection may result in certain side effects such as dizziness, pounding sensation (throbbing) in your head or ears, pale skin, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, sweating, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe. Cpressin 40 Injection is given by your doctor in a clinic or a hospital setting. The dose and duration of the treatment will depend on your condition. Follow the instructions given by your doctor. Cpressin 40 Injection should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any heart, kidney problems, or a history of asthma (constriction of your airways), migraine (headache usually on one side of the head), seizures (fits) before receiving this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cpressin 40 Injection

  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
  • Pounding in your head or ears
  • Dizziness
  • Pale skin
  • Stomach pain
  • Flatulence (Passing of gas)
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Sweating
  • Pain at the injection site

Uses of Cpressin 40 Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Diabetes insipidus
  • Hypotension associated with shock
  • Abdominal Radiological Procedure
  • Abdominal Distension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Cpressin 40 Injection shows its action within 1 to 2 minutes of giving the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Cpressin 40 Injection lasts for about 2-8 hours in your body after taking the injection.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Alcohol consumption may reduce the effectiveness of Cpressin 40 Injection and should be avoided during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Cpressin 40 Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Cpressin 40 Injection is not recommended during pregnancy unless needed. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Cpressin 40 Injection passes into breastmilk and hence is not recommended during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid Cpressin 40 Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Chronic nephritis

Cpressin 40 Injection is not recommended if you have chronic nephritis (swelling of your kidneys) with nitrogen retention (accumulation of nitrogen) due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Cpressin 40 Injection is not recommended during pregnancy unless needed. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Cpressin 40 Injection passes into breastmilk and hence is not recommended during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings

Use with caution

Cpressin 40 Injection should be used with caution if you have a history of asthma, migraine, seizures (fits), high blood pressure due to the increased risk of severe side effects and subsequent worsening of your condition.

Fluid overload

Cpressin 40 Injection may increase your risk of water intoxication (overhydration) and hyponatraemia (low blood sodium levels). To avoid this, your fluid intake will be adjusted and you will be monitored for symptoms of overhydration such as fatigue, drowsiness, headaches.

Other Medicines

Cpressin 40 Injection may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before receiving this medicine.

Driving or Operating machines

Cpressin 40 Injection may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness.

Use in children

Cpressin 40 Injection is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

Missed Dose

Since Cpressin 40 Injection is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Cpressin 40 Injection is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Alcohol consumption may reduce the effectiveness of Cpressin 40 Injection and should be avoided during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Imipramine

Lithium

Amitriptyline

Heparin

Clofibrate

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

Cpressin 40 Injection should be used with caution if you have any pre-existing history of heart problems due to the increased risk of chest pain, heart attack. Your electrocardiograms (ECGs) will be periodically monitored during treatment.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Cpressin 40 Injection is given in the clinic/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. If you experience any reactions at the site of injection (redness/pain/swelling) that become bothersome, inform your doctor immediately. Alcohol may reduce the effectiveness of Cpressin 40 Injection and should be avoided. Do not drive or operate machines after receiving Cpressin 40 Injection if you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Cpressin 40 Injection is an anti-diuretic hormone. It acts on your kidneys and reduces urine production. It also helps to raise your blood pressure by narrowing the blood vessels.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antidiuretic hormones

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 26 Oct 2021

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