Desmopressin is an antidiuretic remedy that reduces water removal, reducing the volume of urine produced by the kidneys, so it is also possible to avoid bleeding because it concentrates blood components.
Desmopressin can be purchased at conventional pharmacies with a prescription in the form of pills or nasal drops under the brand name DDAVP.
- The price of desmopressin can vary between 150 and 250 reais.
- Depending on your presentation method and the amount of product.
Desmopressin is indicated for the treatment of central diabetes insipid, nocturnal enuresis and nicturia.
The way desmopressin is used varies depending on the form of presentation, with the main guidelines being:
Desmopressin tablet
Desmopressin in nasal drops
Side effects of desmopressin include headache, nausea, stomach pain, swelling, weight gain, irritation and nightmares.
Desmopressin is contraindicated in patients with habitual and psychogenic polydipsia, heart failure, moderate to severe renal failure, HAD inappropriate secretion syndrome, hyponatremia, increased intracranial pressure or hypersensitivity to desmopressin or any other component of the formula.