Minirin ingredients
Minirin contains desmopressin a hormone analog of vasopressin that is secreted from pituitary gland, which helps prevent urination.
Minerin Melt indications
Minerin Melt is used in:
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Treatment of diabetes insipidus.
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Treatment of primary nocturnal enuresis in patients who retain a normal ability to concentrate urine, from age 5 onwards.
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Treat symptoms of nocturia in adults.
Minerin Melt dosage
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The appropriate dose shall be determined by the doctor.
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Minerin tablets placed under the tongue to dissolve.
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Central diabetes insipidus dose: between 120 - 720 ug, the right dose to start is 60 ug 3 times per day.
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Treatment of nocturnal enuresis: Starting from 120 ug before bed, if not enough, it can be increased to 240 ug.
Minerin side effects
Minerin Milt may cause some side effects, such as:
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headache.
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Hyponatremia.
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dizziness.
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High blood pressure.
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Nausea.
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Abdominal pain.
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Diarrhea or constipation.
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Insomnia or hypersomnia.
Minerin contraindications
Minerin is not used in the case of:
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Allergy to drug ingredients.
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Habitual or psychological polydipsia.
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Suffered from heart disorder or diseases requiring diuretics.
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Moderate or severe renal impairment.
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Hyponatremia.
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Syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion.
Minerin precautions
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When using Minerin to treat primary nocturnal enuresis and nocturia, fluid intake should be limited to a minimum of one hour before taking the drug until 8 hours after taking it, to avoid fluid retention and low levels of sodium in the blood.
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The doctor should be consulted before using the medication Minerin in case of functional bladder dysfunction or a blockage.
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Care should be taken before administering Minerin to the elderly, especially as they are at high risk of hyponatremia.
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The drug is used with caution in case of an imbalance of fluids or electrolytes in the body.
Minerin and pregnancy
The doctor should be consulted before taking Minerin during pregnancy.
Minerin and lactation
The drug with large doses may be transmitted to the infant, so the doctor should be consulted before taking minerin during the breastfeeding period.
Drug interactions
The doctor should be consulted before taking Minerin Milt along with any other medication, especially:
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Antidepressants.
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Diabetes medications.
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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (analgesics).
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Loperamide.
Preservation and storage of the drug
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The drug is kept out of children's reach.
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Keep at a temperature of less than 25 ° C.
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The drug should be kept protected from moisture and light.
