Ddavp
Formulated to target hormonal regulation to support proper fluid balance.
- Category
- Hormone Therapy
- Active ingredient
- Desmopressin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 200mcg
Ddavp details
- Conditions
- Diabetes Insipidus · Bedwetting · Nocturnal Enuresis
- Alternative names
- Desmomelt; Desmotabs
- Therapeutic class
- Antidiuretic Hormone
- Pharmacological class
- Arginine Vasopressin Analog
- Known off-label uses
- nocturia
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- hyponatraemia; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Formulated to target hormonal regulation to support proper fluid balance.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
- tricyclic antidepressants; carbamazepine
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for adults and children as prescribed.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to desmopressin; habitual polydipsia; heart failure; hyponatraemia
Precautions and warnings
monitor fluid intake to prevent fluid retention; monitor electrolyte balance; report any severe headache or confusion
Serious side effects
convulsions, requires immediate medical attention; severe water intoxication, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Replaces natural antidiuretic hormone by increasing water reabsorption in the kidneys, reducing urine volume and frequency while maintaining stable internal fluid levels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed after medical assessment. Breastfeeding: Consult a physician before use as data is limited.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Ddavp
Ddavp is the primary brand name for desmopressin, a synthetic analogue used for diabetes insipidus, bedwetting and nocturnal enuresis. The same active ingredient is also sold under names like Desmomelt and Desmotabs, manufactured by Ferring Pharmaceuticals in a 200mcg tablet strength.
Ddavp availability in Asia
Ddavp is registered across 14 markets including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with availability also in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Many patients seek generic desmopressin as an accessible solution when original brands are difficult to find in remote areas. This medicine is best used under a doctor’s care to monitor the condition effectively.