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Desmopressin Acetate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: NICTUR
Strength: 360 mcg | Form: Oral Solution
Price in UAE: AED 408.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Desmopressin Acetate

Class: | Antidiuretic hormone analog Use: | Treatment of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting), and management of bleeding in patients with mild hemophilia A or von Willebrand's disease Adult dose: | 0.1 to 0.4 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily, adjusted based on response Pediatric dose: | For nocturnal enuresis: 0.2 mg orally at bedtime; may increase to 0.4 mg if needed; for central diabetes insipidus: 0.1 to 0.3 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily, adjusted based on response

Drug Class

Antidiuretic hormone analog

Uses & Indications

Treatment of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting), and management of bleeding in patients with mild hemophilia A or von Willebrand's disease

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; keep tightly closed

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: GP- PHARM S.A., SPAIN

Package Size

15ml Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 408.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.1 to 0.4 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily, adjusted based on response

Pediatric Dose

For nocturnal enuresis: 0.2 mg orally at bedtime; may increase to 0.4 mg if needed; for central diabetes insipidus: 0.1 to 0.3 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily, adjusted based on response

Side Effects

Headache, nausea, abdominal cramps, flushing, nasal congestion, and water retention leading to hyponatremia

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to desmopressin or any component of the formulation; moderate to severe renal impairment; conditions that predispose to hyponatremia

Important Warnings

Risk of water intoxication and hyponatremia; monitor fluid intake and serum sodium levels; use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease or those at risk for fluid overload

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Desmopressin Acetate available in UAE pharmacies:

DESMOPRESSIN 10 mcg Liquid For Nasal Spray MINIRIN MELT 120 mcg Sublingual Tablets MINIRIN MELT 240 mcg Sublingual Tablets MINIRIN MELT 60 mcg Sublingual Tablets NICTUR 360 mcg Oral Solution NOCTISSIN 10 mcg Liquid For Nasal Spray OCTIM 150 mcg Aerosol For Nasal Spray OCTIM 150 mcg Aerosol For Nasal Spray

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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