Angiotensin II injection

What is this medicine?

ANGIOTENSIN II (an jee oh TEN sin too) is a vasoconstrictor. This medicine is used in a hospital to treat low blood pressure.

This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
signs and symptoms of a blood clot such as breathing problems; changes in vision; chest pain; severe, sudden headache; pain, swelling, warmth in the leg; trouble speaking; sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg
signs and symptoms of high blood sugar such as dizziness; dry mouth; dry skin; fruity breath; nausea; stomach pain; increased hunger or thirst; increased urination
signs and symptoms of increased acid in the body like breathing fast; fast heartbeat; headache; confusion; feeling weak or tired; nausea, vomiting
unusual bleeding or bruising

This medicine may interact with the following medications:

certain medicines for blood pressure or heart disease like benazepril, candesartan, enalapril, irbesartan, lisinopril, losartan, ramipril, and valsartan

This does not apply.

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

an unusual or allergic reaction to angiotensin II, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.