ukmla MCQ (SBA): Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding (Variceal)

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A 62-year-old man with chronic hepatitis C and known oesophageal varices presents with large volume haematemesis. He is hypotensive (BP 85/50 mmHg). Following initial resuscitation, what is the most appropriate pharmacological agent to administer prior to endoscopy?

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