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DESMOPRESSIN

DESMOPRESSIN

It is a analogue of vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone, ADH)

Indications

Diabetes insipidus. Primary nocturnal enuresis. Nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis. Renal function testing.


Dosage

Intranasally : Diabetes insipidus diagnosis: Adult and child 20 mcg. Diabetes insipidus treatment - Adult 10-40mcg daily ( in 1 or 2 divided doses) Child 5-20mcg. Infants may require lower doses.


Contra-Indications

Cardiac insufficiency, other conditions treated with diuretics.


Special Precautions

Renal impairment, cardiovascular disease and hypertension (not indicated for nocturnal enuresis and nocturia in those over 65 years), cystic fibrosis.


Side Effects

Fluid retention, hyponatraemia on administration without restricting fluid intake, stomach ache, headache, nausea, vomiting, epistaxis. Alergic reations ranging from urticaria to anaphylaxis may occur.


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