Stimate (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 Stimate nasal?

Stimate 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.

Stimate 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.

Stimate 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 Stimate if you are allergic to Stimate.

Depending on your condition, you may not be able to use Stimate if you have:

• a history of hyponatremia (low sodium levels in your body);

• uncontrolled high blood pressure;

• congestive heart failure;

• moderate to severe kidney disease;

• SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion); or

• a fever, infection, vomiting, diarrhea or any other condition that can cause excessive thirst, dehydration, or an electrolyte imbalance.

Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with Stimate. Your doctor may need to change your treatment plan if you also use:

• a "loop" diuretic (water pill)--bumetanide, ethacrynic acid,