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Despite a crucial role in body fluid homeostasis, elevated vasopressin levels can also be
pathological in conditions such as congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis and the syndrome …

VASOPRESSIN (VP) WAS DISCOVERED in 1895 from the extract of the posterior pituitary
and named for the early observation of its vasoconstrictive properties. 1 The peptide is …

The neurohypophysial hormone arginine vasopressin (AVP) is a cyclic nonpeptide whose
actions are mediated by the stimulation of specific G protein–coupled membrane receptors …

2. Prevention of hyponatriaemia and cerebral oedema by V2 antagonists C. Role of
vasopressin antagonists in the release of adrenocorticotrophic hormone D. Characterization …

Arginine vasopressin, a hypothalamic peptide hormone, has multiple physiological
functions, including body water regulation, control of blood pressure and effects on body …

Publisher Summary This chapter elaborates the various aspects of vasopressin receptor
modulators. The cyclic peptide hormone arginine vasopressin (AVP) or antidiuretic hormone …

Vasopressin (AVP) is a cyclic nonapeptide hormone that exhibits many physiological effects
including free water reabsorption, vasoconstriction, cellular proliferation and …

After the story of success of hormone blockers for cate-cholamines, aldosterone and
angiotensin 11 and their successful implementation into clinical practice another endocrine …

Vasopressin is emerging as a rational therapy for vasodilatory shock states. Unlike other
vasoconstrictor agents, vasopressin also has vasodilatory properties. The goal of the …