MINIRIN 0.1MG TABLET

Introduction:

Minirin 0.1mg tablets contain the active ingredient desmopressin acetate hydrate. It is used in the treatment of vasopressin-sensitive cranial diabetes insipidus. Vasopressin sensitive means the disease is sensitive to the hormone Vasopressin and  can be treated with Desmopressin. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to desmopressin. This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart disease and hypertension or have a condition that needs treatment with a diuretic.

Uses of Minirin 0.1mg tablets:

Minirin 0.1mg tablets are used in the treatment of:

• Vasopressin sensitive cranial diabetes insipidus: A disease causing the passing of excessive urine because not enough ADH is produced.
• Post hypophysectomy polyuria/ polydipsia : Frequent urination or excessive drinking following the removal of the pituitary gland.
• Primary nocturnal enuresis: Bed wetting

How Minirin 0.1mg tablets work:

Minirin 0.1mg tablets work by replacing Vasopressin; a hormone that is naturally produced by the body to help balance the amount of water and salt.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before starting treatment with Minirin 0.1mg tablets. 

More information:

Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use after expiration date.

References:

1. Aspire Pharma; Electronic Medicines Compendium; [Revised: 2020] [Accesses: 13/Apr/2021]; https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.11939.pdf
2. Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd; Electronic Medicines Compendium; [Revised:2020] [Accessed: 13/Apr/2021]; https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3795/pil
3. TS McCarty, Shah AD; Desmopressin; NCBI Bookshelf; [Revised:2020] [Accessed:13/Apr/2021] ; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554582/
4. Johan Vande Walle et al; Desmopressin 30 years in clinical use: A safety review; [Revised: 2007] [Accessed: 13/Apr/2021] ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18690973/

How to use Minirin 0.1mg tablet:

Follow the exact dosage prescribed by your doctor.

Safety advice

Pregnancy:

This medicine is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Consult your doctor for advice

Breastfeeding:

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor for advice

Kidney:

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice

Heart:

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart diseases. Consult your doctor for advice

Others:

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from cystic fibrosis, hypertension or have a condition that requires them to take a diuretic medicine. Consult your doctor for advice

Alcohol:

Excessive use of alcohol should be avoided while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for advice

Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects; not everyone gets them.

Severe:

• Allergic reactions
• Convulsions (fits)

Common:

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Decreased sodium in blood