<chemical> 1-(3-mercaptopropanoic acid)-8-d-argininevasopressin. A synthetic analog of argipressin with longer lasting and more potent antidiuretic action than argipressin. It is used to treat diabetes insipidus. ... Pharmacological action: hypoglycaemic agents, renal agents. ... Chemical name: Vasopressin, 1-(3-mercaptopropanoic acid)-8-D-ar...
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(des″mo-pres´in) a synthetic analogue of vasopressin, used as an antidiuretic in central diabetes insipidus and in primary nocturnal enuresis, and as an antihemorrhagic in hemophilia A and von Willebrand disease.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: des′mō-pres′in Definitions: 1. An analogue of vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone, ADH) with powerful antidiuretic activity.
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