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Desmopressin

Generic Name
Desmopressin
Brand Names
Ddavp, Nocdurna, Octostim
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C46H64N14O12S2
CAS Number
16679-58-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
ENR1LLB0FP

Overview

Desmopressin (dDAVP), a synthetic analogue of 8-arginine vasopressin (ADH), is an antidiuretic peptide drug modified by deamination of 1-cysteine and substitution of 8-L-arginine by 8-D-arginine. ADH is an endogenous pituitary hormone that has a crucial role in the control of the water content in the body. Upon release from the stimulation of increased plasma osmolarity or decreased circulating blood volume, ADH mainly acts on the cells of the distal part of the nephron and the collecting tubules in the kidney . The hormone interacts with V1, V2 or V3 receptors with differing signal cascade systems. Desmopressin displays enhanced antidiuretic potency, fewer pressor effects due to V2-selective actions, and a prolonged half-life and duration of action compared to endogenous ADH . It has been employed clinically since 1972 and is available in various formulations including intranasal solution, intravenous solution, oral tablet and oral lyophilisate . Desmopressin is indicated for the treatment of polyuric conditions including primary nocturnal enuresis, nocturia, and diabetes insipidus. It was also newly approved for the treatment of mild classical hemophilia and von Willebrand's disease for minor surgeries. The active ingredient in most formulations is desmopressin acetate. Nocdurna, or desmopressin acetate, was approved by the FDA on June 21st, 2018 for the treatment of nocturia due to nocturnal polyuria in adults. It is available as a sublingual tablet.

Background

Desmopressin (dDAVP), a synthetic analogue of 8-arginine vasopressin (ADH), is an antidiuretic peptide drug modified by deamination of 1-cysteine and substitution of 8-L-arginine by 8-D-arginine. ADH is an endogenous pituitary hormone that has a crucial role in the control of the water content in the body. Upon release from the stimulation of increased plasma osmolarity or decreased circulating blood volume, ADH mainly acts on the cells of the distal part of the nephron and the collecting tubules in the kidney . The hormone interacts with V1, V2 or V3 receptors with differing signal cascade systems. Desmopressin displays enhanced antidiuretic potency, fewer pressor effects due to V2-selective actions, and a prolonged half-life and duration of action compared to endogenous ADH . It has been employed clinically since 1972 and is available in various formulations including intranasal solution, intravenous solution, oral tablet and oral lyophilisate . Desmopressin is indicated for the treatment of polyuric conditions including primary nocturnal enuresis, nocturia, and diabetes insipidus. It was also newly approved for the treatment of mild classical hemophilia and von Willebrand's disease for minor surgeries. The active ingredient in most formulations is desmopressin acetate. Nocdurna, or desmopressin acetate, was approved by the FDA on June 21st, 2018 for the treatment of nocturia due to nocturnal polyuria in adults. It is available as a sublingual tablet.

Indication

1.治疗中枢性尿崩症,可减少尿量、提高尿渗透压、降低血浆渗透压; 2.用于尿崩症的诊断和鉴别诊断; 3.用于治疗夜间遗尿症(六岁或以上的患者); 4.部分类型(甲型血友病和Ⅰ型血管性假血友病)的血友病及其他出血性疾病。

Associated Conditions

  • Bleeding
  • Hypothalamic Injury-induced Obesity (HIO)
  • Nocturia
  • Nocturnal Polyuria
  • Polydipsia
  • Polyuria
  • Primary Nocturnal Enuresis

FDA Approved Products

Desmopressin Acetate
Manufacturer:KVK-TECH, INC.
Route:ORAL
Strength:0.1 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2024/02/21
NDC:10702-169
DDAVP
Manufacturer:Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:0.1 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2021/02/03
NDC:55566-2600
Desmopressin Acetate
Manufacturer:Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route:NASAL
Strength:0.1 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2022/07/07
NDC:68382-384
Desmopressin Acetate
Manufacturer:Northstar Rx LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:0.2 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2018/11/26
NDC:16714-884
Desmopressin Acetate
Manufacturer:Northstar Rx LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:0.1 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2018/11/26
NDC:16714-883

Singapore Approved Products

MINIRIN NASAL SPRAY 10 mcg/dose
Manufacturer:Ferring GmbH
Form:SPRAY
Strength:0.1 mg/ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1990/01/17
Approval:SIN03760P
Presinex Nasal Spray 10mcg/dose
Manufacturer:Labiana Pharmaceuticals, S.L.U
Form:SPRAY, METERED
Strength:0.1mg/ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 2008/02/25
Approval:SIN13414P
MINIRIN Oral Lyophilisate 60 mcg
Manufacturer:Catalent U.K. Swindon Zydis Limited
Form:TABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING
Strength:60 mcg
Online:Yes
Approved: 2012/10/30
Approval:SIN14260P
MINIRIN Oral Lyophilisate 120 mcg
Manufacturer:Catalent U.K. Swindon Zydis Limited
Form:TABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING
Strength:120 mcg
Online:Yes
Approved: 2012/10/30
Approval:SIN14261P
MINIRIN INJECTION 4 mcg/ml
Manufacturer:RECHON LIFE SCIENCES AB, Ferring GmbH
Form:INJECTION
Strength:4 mcg/ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1990/05/24
Approval:SIN04482P

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