Article: Desmopressin (DDAVP). (Medication Update).(Brief Article)

MODE OF ACTION

Synthetic vasopressin analogue.

EFFECTS ON NOCTURNAL ENURESIS

The stimulation of antidiuretic response may help to concentrate the urine, reducing urine volume, which prevents overfilling of the bladder.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Known hypersensitivity to desmopressin or other formulation components.

Pregnancy Category B.

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