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Vasopressin

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH); used to raise blood pressure and manage water balance.

Key facts

  • Also known as: ADH, Vasostrict
  • Status: Approved
  • Used for: Blood pressure, antidiuretic
  • Natural counterpart: It IS the natural antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
  • Target enzyme / receptor: V1a & V2 receptors — GPCRs
  • Signalling pathway: V1a: Gαq → PLC → Ca²⁺ (vasoconstriction); V2: Gαs → cAMP (water reabsorption)
    In plain terms: Tightens blood vessels and tells the kidney to hold on to water.
  • Crystal / cryo-EM structure: Available  PDB 7KH0 ↗

Status & safety

This is an approved medicine — prescription-only in most countries. Only use it under a licensed clinician, obtained through a pharmacy.

Research & clinical studies

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