From the Research
Vasopressin Drip Rate for Infants
The appropriate vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) drip rate for an infant is not directly stated in the provided studies.
- The study 1 discusses the use of low-dose vasopressin (0.0005-0.002 U/kg/min) in pediatric vasodilatory shock, but does not provide specific guidance on drip rates for infants.
- The study 2 examines the effect of vasopressin on coronary blood flow in dogs, which is not directly relevant to determining the appropriate drip rate for infants.
Relevant Information
- The study 1 found that low-dose vasopressin did not demonstrate any beneficial effects in pediatric vasodilatory shock, and there was a concerning trend toward increased mortality.
- The study 2 shows that vasopressin can produce myocardial ischemia by constricting small, nondiseased coronary arteries, but this information is not directly applicable to determining the appropriate drip rate for infants.
Available Data
There is limited data available on the specific drip rate of vasopressin for infants, and the provided studies do not offer clear guidance on this topic.