This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: G.I.T, Subject name: Pharmacology
Which of the following agents are useful in medical treatment of variceal bleeding? 
Select and explain. 
A. Octreotide, B. Pantoprazole, C. Somatotropin, D. Dexamethasone
A: Octreotide
Answer: A: Octreotide 
Explanation: Ans. (A) Octreotide(Ref: Harrison's Principals of Medicine 17/e p1977)Management of Variceal BleedingA. Prevention of re-bleedingNon selective beta blockers (e.g. propranolol)Variceal band ligationB. Management of acute bleedStabilize with fluids and bloodOctreotideVasopressin (Not preferred now)Balloon tamponade:i. Sengstaken-Blackmoreii. Minnesota TubeVariceal ligationVariceal sclerotherapy