Vasopressin (Pitressin Synthetic), desmopressin used for diabetes insipidus mimics ADH (produced by the posterior pituitary,), which causes reabsorption of water in the kidneys. DECREASES URINE OUTPUT AND INCREASES URINE OSMOLALITY. S/E Overdydration (pounding headache) Reduce fluid intake during therapy. Monitor I&O, urine specific gravity. Urine output should be 1. 5-2 L/24 hours Choose matching term:
A) Antidiuretic Hormone
B) Antidiarrheal
C) Antiemetics
D) Androgens