DESMOPRESSIN
\dɪsmˈɒpɹɪsˌɪn], \dɪsmˈɒpɹɪsˌɪn], \d_ɪ_s_m_ˈɒ_p_ɹ_ɪ_s_ˌɪ_n]\
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A synthetic analog of the pituitary hormone, ARGIPRESSIN. Its action is mediated by the vasopressin receptor V2. It has prolonged antidiuretic activity, but little pressor effects. It also modulates levels of circulating FACTOR VIII and VON WILLEBRAND FACTOR.
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