Desmopressin Tablets

Desmopressin Tablets

Desmopressin Tablets BP 0.1 & 0.2 mg

 

Desmopressin Tablets also known as hormone analogues refer to the combination of “antihemophilic agents” primarily used to treat diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and post-hypophysectomy polyuria polydipsia. It is a health condition in which the human body can not handle water balance, as a result, excessive urination. Hypophysectomy is the surgical removal of the hypophysis. Desmopressin Tablets contain Desmopressin, a human-made form of Vasopressin. 

 

It is an antidiuretic hormone, synthesized in the pituitary gland's hypothalamus. When the human body cannot produce enough vasopressin, Desmopressin Tablets are given to replace a less vasopressin level. It mimics the natural hormone, vasopressin and works by reabsorbing water from the kidneys, which controls over thirst and urination in diabetes insipidus. It also reduces the amount of urine produced and controls bedwetting in children. Being an anti-hemophilic agent, the composition also reduces the bleeding tendency in hemophilia by promoting the release of blood clotting factors.

 

Uses of Desmopressin Tablets

  • Diabetes insipidus
  • Post-hypophysectomy polyuria
  • Bedwetting

Medical Benefits

  • Treats diabetes insipidus, post-hypophysectomy polyuria or polydipsia, and bedwetting. 
  • mimics the natural hormone, vasopressin and works by limiting the amount of water eliminated in the urine.
  • controlling excessive thirst and urination in diabetes insipidus.
  • It also decreases the amount of urine produced.
  • Preventing the urinary bladder from filling up at night time and controlling bedwetting in children.
  • reduces bleeding tendency in hemophilia by promoting the release of blood clotting factors. 

Direction For Use 

  • Your doctor will advise how usually you take tablets based on your medical condition.
  • It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not break, chew or crush it.

Storage 

  • Store in Cool Place
  • Store in Dry Place 
  • Away from sunlight

Side Effects

  • Being sick (vomiting)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Flushing 

Precautions

  • This medication should not be taken if you are breastfeeding.
  • Not advised to drink alcohol while using this medication.
  • Do not drive or operate machinery.
  • If you have a liver impairment or any concerns consult your, doctor
  • Consult your doctor, if you have kidney impairment or any concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Desmopressin Tablets cure bedwetting?

It is usually prescribed at night time to prevent frequent urination. It does not cure bedwetting, but it helps control bedwetting.

What will happen if the patient misses a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

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