Desmopressin (DEZ-mo-press-in) Nasal Spray Solution, USP
10 mcg per 0.1 mL
For Intranasal Use Only
What is desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%?
Desmopressin nasal spray solution is a prescription medicine called a vasopressin analog used as an antidiuretic replacement to manage central diabetes insipidus.
- Desmopressin nasal spray solution is not effective in the treatment of nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.
- Desmopressin nasal spray solution should not be used in people with nasal problems that may keep them from using a nasal spray.
Who should not use desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%?
Do not use desmopressin nasal spray solution if you:
- are allergic to desmopressin nasal spray solution or any of the ingredients in desmopressin nasal spray solution. Some people have had severe allergic reactions while taking desmopressin nasal spray solution. See the end of this Patient Information for a complete list of ingredients in desmopressin nasal spray solution.
- have kidney problems
- have or have had low levels of sodium in your blood (hyponatremia)
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%?
Before using desmopressin nasal spray solution, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions including if you:
- have or have had nasal sores, nasal surgery, nasal injury, or have problems such as a stuffy nose or trouble breathing through your nose.
- have or have had any heart, blood circulation, or blood pressure problems
- have a condition that causes fluid or water imbalance problems such as cystic fibrosis, or heart failure.
- have or have had a condition that causes you to be very thirsty
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if desmopressin nasal spray solution will harm your unborn baby.
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if desmopressin nasal spray solution passes into your breast milk. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will use desmopressin nasal spray solution.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
How should I use desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01?
- Read the Instructions for Use that comes with your desmopressin nasal spray solution.
- Use desmopressin nasal spray solution exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
- Your healthcare provider may change your dose of desmopressin nasal spray solution if needed.
What are the possible side effects of desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%?
Desmopressin nasal spray solution may cause serious side effects including:
- low levels of sodium in the blood (hyponatremia). People using desmopressin nasal spray solution are at risk for low sodium levels in the blood, water intoxication, and fluid overload. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions on limiting the amount of fluid you can drink when using desmopressin nasal spray solution.
- Do not drink more than you need to satisfy your thirst. You can have serious side effects such as seizures, coma, and death from drinking too much fluid.
- Children and the elderly are at higher risk for these problems and should follow their healthcare provider's limits on drinking fluids.
- Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms while using desmopressin nasal spray solution. They may mean that your blood sodium level is too low.
- headache • nausea, vomiting • weight gain
- restlessness • tiredness • sleepiness
- disorientation • loss of appetite • muscle cramps
- feeling irritable • feeling weak
- hallucinations • confusion
- nasal scarring or swelling. Some people using desmopressin nasal spray solution for long periods of time may have nasal problems such as scarring or swelling. This may affect how well desmopressin nasal spray solution works for you.
The most common side effects of desmopressin nasal spray solution include: headache, stuffy nose, runny nose, nosebleed, sore throat, cough, upper respiratory infections, nausea, flushing, and stomach cramps.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
General information about the safe and effective use of desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use desmopressin nasal spray solution for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give desmopressin nasal spray solution to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about desmopressin nasal spray solution that is written for health professionals. For more information call 1-800-321-4576.
What are the ingredients in desmopressin nasal spray solution, 0.01%?
Active ingredient: desmopressin acetate
Inactive ingredients: purified water and sodium chloride; hydrochloric acid may be added to adjust pH (3.5 – 6.0)
Preservative: chlorobutanol
Distributed by:
Bausch + Lomb, a division of
Bausch Health US, LLC
Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA
Manufactured by:
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Laval, Quebec H7L 4A8, Canada
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Issued: September 2021