Ans. is (a) i.e. Intravenous Vasopressin Though vasopressin can be used in acute variceal bleeding, it should possibly be avoided because of its side-effects. Management of acute G.I. bleeding - After the initial general management of the patient, the fuher management depends upon the cause of the bleeding. From the option given in the question it is clear that the examiners have enquired about the management of variceal bleeding.