Desmopressin 0.1 mg/ml Spray – Nasal, DDAVP

Medication Uses: Desmopressin controls urine production. It replaces low levels of vasopressin, a substance that controls urine production in the body. This medication helps control increased thirst, excessive urination, and dehydration in conditions such as "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus), certain head injuries, or brain surgeries. It is no longer indicated for controlling nighttime bedwetting in children due to the risk of low sodium levels in the blood.

How To Use: Read the Patient Information Leaflet and instructions before using desmopressin. Prime the bottle if it is your first time using it or if it has been more than a week since your last use. Spray the medication in the nose, usually 1 to 3 times a day as directed by your doctor. For doses greater than 1 spray, divide the dose between both nostrils. Keep track of the number of sprays used and discard the container after reaching the specified number. Children should be supervised when using this medication. Limit fluid intake while using this medication, especially in children and older adults. Follow the prescribed dosage and use the medication regularly. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if the medication stops working well.

Side Effects: Common side effects include headache, runny/stuffy nose, nausea, upset stomach, and flushing of the face. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist. Seek immediate medical attention in case of serious symptoms such as low sodium levels in the blood, severe allergic reactions, or overdose symptoms. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Consult your doctor for more information.

Precautions: Inform your doctor about any allergies you have. This medication should not be used in certain medical conditions, including kidney disease or low sodium levels in the blood. Before using desmopressin, disclose your medical history to your doctor, especially if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid/mineral imbalances, abnormal urge to drink water, or bleeding/clotting problems. Adjustments in treatment may be necessary for changes inside the nose or conditions that can cause water/mineral imbalance. Limit alcohol consumption. Older adults and children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. During pregnancy or while breastfeeding, use this medication only if clearly needed and consult your doctor. This drug may interact with other medications. Keep a list of all the products you use and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change dosages without your doctor’s approval.

Overdose: In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include confusion, drowsiness, severe headache, and sudden weight gain.

Notes: Do not share this medication with others. Periodic laboratory/medical tests may be performed. Consult your doctor for more details.

Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Storage: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Keep the bottle upright. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details on safe disposal. Information last revised December 2013. Copyright(c) 2013 First Databank, Inc.