Desmopressin is an antidiuretic drug that reduces the elimination of water by reducing the volume of urine produced by the kidneys. In this way, it is also possible to avoid bleeding because it concentrates the constituents of the blood.
Desmopressin can be purchased from conventional prescription pharmacies in the form of tablets or nasal drops under the trade name DDAVP.
Desmopressin price
The price of desmopressin can vary from 150 to 250 reais, depending on the form of presentation and amount of product.
Indications for Desmopressin
Desmopressin is indicated for the treatment of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis and nocturia.
How to use Desmopressin
The mode of use of desmopressin varies according to the form of presentation, and the main guidelines are:
Desmopressin tablet
- Diabetes insipidus central: the average dose for adults is 1 to 2 sprayed up to 2 times a day, while in the child it is sprayed up to 2 times a day;
- Nocturnal enuresis: the starting dose is 1 tablet of 0.2 mg at bedtime, the dose may be increased by the physician throughout the course of treatment;
- Noctria: The starting dose is 1 tablet of 0.1 mg at bedtime, and the dose may be increased by the physician throughout the treatment.
Desmopressin in nasal drops
- Diabetes insipidus central: the starting dose is 1 tablet 0.1 mg three times a day and can then be adjusted by the physician.
Desmopressin side effects
The side effects of desmopressin include headache, nausea, stomach pain, bloating, weight gain, irritation and nightmares.
Contraindications of Desmopressin
Desmopressin is contraindicated in patients with habitual and psychogenic polydipsia, heart failure, moderate to severe renal insufficiency, syndrome of inappropriate DHF secretion, hyponatraemia, increased risk of intracranial pressure, or hypersensitivity to desmopressin or any other component of the formula.
