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What is the primary use of vasopressin and desmopressin?
What is the primary use of vasopressin and desmopressin?
- Reducing excessive water loss
- Managing syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion
- Treating congestive heart failure
- Treating central diabetes insipidus (correct)
Which receptors are mainly involved in the renal actions of ADH agonists?
Which receptors are mainly involved in the renal actions of ADH agonists?
- V1b and V2 ADH receptors
- V1a and V2 ADH receptors (correct)
- V1a and V1b ADH receptors
- V2 ADH receptors only
What is the primary indication for the use of ADH antagonists?
What is the primary indication for the use of ADH antagonists?
- Increasing urine output
- Reducing blood pressure
- Managing conditions with excessive water retention (correct)
- Treating central diabetes insipidus
What is the current trend in managing conditions with excessive water retention due to ADH overproduction?
What is the current trend in managing conditions with excessive water retention due to ADH overproduction?
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What is the effect of ADH agonists on the body?
What is the effect of ADH agonists on the body?
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