Vascel 20IU Injection

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 31 Mar 2026 | 02:31 PM (IST)

Vascel 20IU Injection is used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus, bleeding esophageal varices (bleeding from dilated veins in the food pipe leading to your stomach), and low blood pressure.

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General Information

Contains

Vasopressin (20IU)

Marketer

Celon Laboratories Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Vascel 20IU Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them.

Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as decreased cardiac output, slow heart rate, tachyarrhythmias, decreased sodium level in the blood, and ischemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.

Uses of Vascel Injection

Bleeding esophageal varices
Diabetes insipidus
Bed-wetting
Low blood pressure

Benefits of Vascel Injection

Low blood pressure
Vascel 20IU Injection is used to relieve low blood pressure which may occur due to sudden change in posture from lying to sitting or standing up, during an operation or after an injury. This medicine helps to bring back the blood pressure within normal range and therefore prevents any sudden fall or even serious complications that might have otherwise followed due to low blood pressure.

Side effects of Vascel Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Vascel

Decreased cardiac function
Slow heart rate
Decreased sodium level in blood
Ischemia

How to use Vascel Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Vascel Injection works

Vascel 20IU Injection have the same structure as that of the natural hormone vasopressin. Vasopressin lowers the amount of urine and bleeding by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels which, in turn, prevents the loss of water from the body.

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Quick tips

Vascel 20IU Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
It makes you feel dizzy or lightheaded. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vascel 20IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Vascel 20IU Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Vascel 20IU Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Vascel 20IU Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Vascel 20IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Vascel 20IU Injection in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Vascel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Fluoxetine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Fluoxetine may increase the effect of Vasopressin.

Moderate

Adrenaline (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Vasopressin may increase the rate of release of Adrenaline in the blood.

Moderate

Amitriptyline (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Amitriptyline may increase the effect of Vasopressin.

Moderate

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Carbamazepine may increase the effect of Vasopressin.

Moderate

Chlorpropamide (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Chlorpropamide may increase the effect of Vasopressin.

Frequently asked questions

How do you give Vascel 20IU Injection?

Vascel 20IU Injection is given by a doctor or nurse into the muscle or under the skin. It should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Vascel 20IU Injection.

Is Vascel 20IU Injection safe?

Vascel 20IU Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Who should not take Vascel 20IU Injection?

Vascel 20IU Injection should not be given to anyone with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Vascel 20IU Injection or any of its ingredients.

Can I take Vascel 20IU Injection in pregnancy?

There is no clarity on the use of Vascel 20IU Injection in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Vascel 20IU Injection. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Is Vascel 20IU Injection effective?

Vascel 20IU Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vascel 20IU Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Peptides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Vasopressin Analogues

Related lab tests

Anti Diuretic Hormone

Osmolality - Serum

Osmolality - Urine

References

Reilly RF, Jackson EK. Regulation of Renal Function and Vascular Volume. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC,12th ed. editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 701-17.
Masters SB. Hypothalamic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 658-59.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1461-62.
Vasopressin [FDA Label]. Shirley, NY: American Regent, Inc.; 2020. [Accessed 03 Sept. 2020] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 3 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Vasopressin [FDA Label]. Chestnut Ridge, NY: Par Pharmaceutical; 2016. [Accessed 25 Dec. 2019] (online) Available from:
Argipressin [EMC]. London, UK: ADVANZ Pharma; 2004 [revised 07 Mar. 2018]. [Accessed 25 Dec. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Celon Laboratories Ltd
Address: Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Vascel Injection

Benefits of Vascel Injection

Side effects of Vascel Injection

How to use Vascel Injection

How Vascel Injection works

All substitutes for Vascel 20IU Injection

Vasopar 20IU Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Fluoxetine (Oral Route)

Adrenaline (Injection Route)

Amitriptyline (Oral Route)

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

Chlorpropamide (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

How do you give Vascel 20IU Injection?

Is Vascel 20IU Injection safe?

Who should not take Vascel 20IU Injection?

Can I take Vascel 20IU Injection in pregnancy?

Is Vascel 20IU Injection effective?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Anti Diuretic Hormone

Osmolality - Serum

Osmolality - Urine

References

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