What are Desmotabs used for?
Desmopressin tablets are indicated for the treatment of primary nocturnal enuresis. Children (from 5 years of age) and adults (up to 65 years of age) with normal urine concentrating ability who have primary nocturnal enuresis should take 0.2mg at bedtime and only if needed should the dose be increased to 0.4mg.
What is desmopressin used for?
Desmopressin is used to treat central cranial diabetes insipidus. This is a condition that causes the body to lose too much fluid and become dehydrated. It is also used to control bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis), and the frequent urination and increased thirst caused by certain types of brain injury or brain surgery.
Can desmopressin be bought over the counter?
Desmopressin is similar to a hormone that is produced in the body. It acts on the kidneys to reduce the flow of urine. This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Does desmopressin make pee?
This medication helps to control increased thirst and too much urination due to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration. Desmopressin is also used to control nighttime bedwetting in children.
Can you take desmopressin long term?
Desmopressin is the medicine commonly used to treat bedwetting. It can be used both short-term (eg, for a school trip or a sleepover) and long-term.
How much water can you drink on desmopressin?
He or she should not drink too much in the evening. Normal amounts to ease thirst are fine, but not extra drinks for pleasure, such as cans of lemonade. He or she should not drink more than one regular cup of water (about 240 ml) from one hour before taking desmopressin to eight hours afterwards.
What is the best drink for overactive bladder?
OAB: What to Drink and When First, make water your preferred beverage. Added ingredients in sodas and energy drinks, and caffeine in coffee, may aggravate an overactive bladder. Staying hydrated is important to overall health.