Desmopressin



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  • Contains / Salt: Desmopressin


Desmopressin Information



Desmopressin Benefits & Uses

Desmopressin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Desmopressin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bedwetting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Take before bedtime
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bedwetting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Take before bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bedwetting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Take before bedtime

Desmopressin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Desmopressin safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Desmopressin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Desmopressin safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Desmopressin for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Desmopressin on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Desmopressin on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Desmopressin on the Liver?


    Desmopressin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Desmopressin on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Desmopressin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Desmopressin with Other Drugs

Desmopressin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Desmopressin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Desmopressin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Desmopressin

  • Is this Desmopressin habit forming or addictive?


    Desmopressin is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Desmopressin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Desmopressin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Desmopressin in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Desmopressin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Desmopressin


    There is no information on the effects of taking Desmopressin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Desmopressin


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Desmopressin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 413-415

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 596-597

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ddavp® (desmopressin acetate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noctiva™ (desmopressin acetate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nocdurna® (desmopressin acetate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Stimate® (desmopressin acetate)



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