Pressin 1mg Injection
Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)
Pressin 1mg Injection is used in the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices (bleeding from dilated veins in the food pipe leading to your stomach). It narrows the walls of blood vessels and decreases the blood flow into the affected veins.
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General Information
Contains
Terlipressin (1mg)
Marketer
Forgo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction
Pressin 1mg Injection is given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. It is given only to patients with severe or life-threatening bleeding in the food pipe (esophagus).
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as headaches, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, peripheral vasoconstriction, and Peripheral ischemia low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as headaches, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, peripheral vasoconstriction, and Peripheral ischemia low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Uses of Pressin Injection
- Bleeding esophageal varices
- Diabetes insipidus
- Bed-wetting
Side effects of Pressin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pressin
- Headache
- Slow heart rate
- Abdominal cramp
- Diarrhea
- High blood pressure
- Peripheral ischemia
- Vasoconstriction of the extremities
How to use Pressin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Pressin Injection works
Pressin 1mg Injection works on the walls of blood vessels, causing them narrow and decrease the blood flow into the affected veins. This helps to stop or slow the bleeding.
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Quick tips
- Pressin 1mg Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
- It makes you feel dizzy or lightheaded. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pressin 1mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Pressin 1mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pressin 1mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Pressin 1mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pressin 1mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pressin 1mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
Pressin 1mg Injection should not be given to anyone with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Pressin 1mg Injection or any of its ingredients.
Before starting treatment with Pressin 1mg Injection, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues, breathing issues like asthma, heart related ailments like uncontrollable or high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, etc. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Pressin 1mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse into the muscle or under the skin. It should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the body weight of the patient and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Pressin 1mg Injection.
There is not enough data available for its use in children. For any doubts, consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Vasopressin Analogues
Related lab tests
References
- McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1095.
- Terlipressin acetate. West Drayton, UK: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2009 [revised Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 23 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Terlipressin acetate. West Drayton, UK: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2001 [revised Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 3 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details
Name: Forgo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Forgo Pharmaceuticals Private Limited, Plot No. 92, Industrial Area, Phase 1, Panchkula-134109, Haryana, India
Address: Forgo Pharmaceuticals Private Limited, Plot No. 92, Industrial Area, Phase 1, Panchkula-134109, Haryana, India
Vendor Details
Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Pressin 1mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Pressin 1mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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- FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar)
- Thyroid Profile Total (T3, T4 & TSH)
- HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin)
- Glucose - Postprandial
- Lipid Profile
- Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)
- Urine R/M (Urine Routine & Microscopy)
- Coronavirus Covid-19 Test (RT-PCR technique)
- LFT (Liver Function Test)
- Kidney Function Test
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