Terlipressin Injection

Description

Terlipressin Injection – TERLIPUR Injection is made up of the drug named Terlipressin, which is a type of medicine used in the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices, diabetes insipidus, and bed-wetting. Also, this helps the body respond to a hormone called vasopressin. It is used to treat bleeding varices in the esophagus and to quickly help people with severe kidney problems (type 1 hepatorenal syndrome) who also have fluid buildup in the abdomen and liver damage (cirrhosis). This medicine works on the walls of the blood vessels, causing them narrow and reduce the flow of blood into the affected veins, and stops or slows the bleeding.

Uses of Terlipressin Injection

Here are the uses of the Terlipressin Injection:

• Terlipressin injection helps in constricting the blood vessels to reduce bleeding from enlarged veins in the food pipe.
• This injection also reduces the risk of severe blood loss and related complications in liver disease.

Side Effects of Terlipressin Injection

The common side effects of Terlipressin Injection are given below:

• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal cramps
• High or low blood pressure
• Too slow a heart rate
• Pale skin
• Insufficient blood circulation in the arms, legs, and skin

How to Take Terlipressin Injection

Terlipressin injection is given by a doctor or healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home; your doctor will decide the dose and duration, like how often you should take this injection.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

Q: Can I take quinidine while on treatment with Terlipressin Injection?
You are advised to consult with your doctor before taking quinidine while you are on treatment with Terlipressin Injection, as it may increase the risk of heart rhythm disorder.

Q: Does Terlipressin Injection cause headaches?
Yes, Terlipressin Injection may cause headaches as it is a common side effect of this medicine. If the condition is worst then inform your doctor.

Q: Who should not take Terlipressin Injection?
Patients who are allergic to Terlipressin Injection should not take this injection or experience low levels of oxygen, worsening respiratory symptoms, or have ongoing coronary or peripheral.

Q: Can Terlipressin Injection be used in Children?
Terlipressin Injection is not recommended for children as its safety and effectiveness have not established in the case of kids.

Q: Who is the best Terlipressin Injection Distributor in India?
Rapid Life Drugs and Healthcare is the leading Terlipressin Injection distributor in India that has a variety of pharma medicines that cover all the therapeutic segments.