Desmopressin - des-moe-PRES-in is a hormone taken through the nose, by mouth, or given by injection to prevent or control the frequent urination, increased thirst, and loss of water associated with diabetes insipidus - water diabetes. It is using also to control bed-wetting and frequent urination and increased thirst associated with certain types of brain injuries or brain surgery. Desmopressin works by acting on the kidneys to reduce the flow of urine.
Desmopressin is also given by injection to treat some diseaseds with certain bleeding problems such as hemophilia or von Willebrand's disease.
Desmopressin is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Generic name product may be available in the USA