Noctiva (nasal)

Generic name:desmopressin (nasal) [ DEZ-mo-press-in ]
Brand names: DDAVP Nasal, DDAVP Rhinal Tube, Noctiva, Stimate
Drug class:Antidiuretic hormones

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 7, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Noctiva nasal?

Noctiva is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the pituitary gland. This hormone affects blood pressure, kidney function, and regulating how the body uses water.

Noctiva is used to treat central cranial diabetes insipidus, and increased thirst and urination caused by head surgery or head trauma.

Stimate is used to treat bleeding episodes in people with hemophilia A or von Willebrand's disease Type I.

Noctiva is used to treat excessive night-time urination in adults who are at least 50 years old. Noctiva should not be used to treat night-time bedwetting.

Noctiva may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Limit your intake of water and other fluids. Drinking too much water can cause your body to lose sodium, which may lead to a life-threatening electrolyte imbalance.

Serious drug interactions can occur when certain medicines are used together. Tell your doctor if you also use a diuretic or steroid medicine.

Call your doctor right away if you have signs of low sodium, such as headache, confusion, muscle pain or weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite, and feeling drowsy or restless.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Noctiva if you are allergic to Noctiva.

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