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vasoconstrictor [¦vā·zō·kən′strik·tər] (physiology) A nerve or an agent that causes blood vessel constriction. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Phenylephrine infusion was started; however, hypotension remained refractory to fluid resuscitation and vasopressor therapy. An angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) discovered by Takeda, TAK-491 helps lower blood pressure by suppressing the action of vasopressor hormone Angiotensin II. Adrenaline is a vasopressor that increases cardiac output and glycogenolysis. |
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