Which manifestation experienced by a patient having vasopressin (Pitressin) therapy for bleeding esophageal varices indicates a serious adverse effect of the medication?

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1. A headache is not a side effect of this medication.
2. Vasopressin can cause vasoconstriction, resulting in myocardial ischemia.
3. Abdominal cramping is not a side effect of this medication.
4. Vertigo is not a side effect of this medication.

Which Manifestation Experienced by a Patient Having Vasopressin (Pitressin) Therapy