Why does vasopressin cause bradycardia? Unpacking the complex physiological mechanisms
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Clinical case reports and studies have documented that the administration of vasopressin can lead to a significant decrease in heart rate, or bradycardia. This physiological response is not as simple as it seems, involving a complex interaction between the drug’s peripheral vasoconstrictive properties, its effects on the central nervous system, and reflex cardiovascular control.
