Desmopressin Acetate

• Desmopressin is available by prescription only.

• Originally a human medication, desmopressin is approved for extra-label use in veterinary medicine.

• Desmopressin is used to treat...

• Diabetes insipidus

• Von Willebrand's disease

• Desmopressin is an anti-diuretic. It increases water re-absorption, decreasing urine production.

• Desmopressin comes in two forms:

• a nasal spray

• tablets

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Use desmopressin with caution if your pet...

• is pregnant

• is taking chlorpropamide

• Keep desmopressin out of the reach of children and pets.

• Nasal spray should be discarded 30 days after opening.

• Overdoses may lead to fluid retention.

• Store tablets at room temperature.

• Desmopressin nasal spray should be refrigerated.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Always follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Desmopressin comes in a human nasal spray, but drops should be applied to the conjunctival sac just below the eye of your pet.

• Store tablets at room temperature.

• If your pet is taking too high of a dose of desmopressin, fluid retention may occur. If you notice any fluid retention, contact your veterinarian immediately.