Enuresis 0.2 mg (Desmopressin Acetate)

Adult dose

Treatment of nocturia associated with nocturnal polyuria (adults only): Administer desmopressin acetate 0.1mg orally at bedtime. If the effect is insufficient after one week, increase the dose to 0.2mg. If the effect remains insufficient, the dose may be increased at one-week intervals up to 0.4mg. Discontinue treatment if there is no clinical effect within 4 weeks after dose adjustment.

Child dose

Primary nocturnal enuresis (5 years and older): Administer 0.2mg of desmopressin acetate orally at bedtime. If the effect is insufficient, the dose may be increased up to 0.4mg. Whether to continue treatment should be determined after 3 months of administration, following a treatment-free period of at least 1 week.

This medication affects the body’s fluid balance, so excessive water intake may lead to hyponatremia and water intoxication, especially in the elderly or patients with certain diseases. Therefore, care should be taken to consume only enough fluids to quench thirst. Patients with allergic reactions to this medication, excessive urine output due to habit or psychological issues, severely impaired cardiac function, patients on diuretics, patients with severely impaired kidney function, and patients confirmed with hyponatremia should not use this medication. Additionally, patients with hypertension or cardiovascular diseases, chronic kidney disease patients, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, children, the elderly, and those at risk of fluid and electrolyte imbalance should use this medication with caution. During the administration of this medication, side effects such as headache, nausea, weight gain, and seizures may occur, so if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a physician immediately. Fluid intake should be restricted for a certain period before and after administration, especially in patients with reduced kidney function, who should strictly control their fluid intake. This medication may interact with some other drugs, so if you are taking any other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use caution when using this medication, and it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding while using it. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as headache, nausea, seizures, and loss of consciousness may occur, so if these symptoms occur, seek immediate medical assistance. This medication does not affect driving or the ability to operate machinery, but care should be taken in case of any unusual symptoms.

• coma
• convulsions
• weight gain
• water intoxication
• hyponatremia
• allergic reactions
• emotional disturbances
• headache
• abdominal pain
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safely stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

White or light yellow powder

Package unit

30 pouches