Ddavp Ns 0.1 mg / 1ml Nasal Spray
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 31 March 2006
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of central diabetes insipidus and nocturnal enuresis.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 10-20 u03bcg 1-2 times daily; Children: 5-10 u03bcg 1-2 times daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2 hours, Duration: 5-9 hours.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Children
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; minimal transfer to breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- SSRIs
- NSAIDs
- Carbamazepine
Contraindications
- Renal diabetes insipidus
- Hypersensitivity
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Cirrhosis
- Hypertension
Common side effects
- Nasal congestion
- Epistaxis
- Headache
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Limit fluid intake before and after administration
- Monitor for signs of hyponatraemia
- Administer under supervision in children
Serious warnings
- Risk of overhydration
- Monitor fluid intake
- Use caution in elderly
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