Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Desmopressin (0.2mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	HORMONES
Action Class	Vasopressin analogues
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	360

FAQ

Does Adiuretin 0.2mg make you gain weight?

No, Adiuretin 0.2mg itself does not cause weight gain. Adiuretin 0.2mg may cause fluid overload which may in turn cause weight gain. Fluid overload is a serious side effect and you should immediately contact your doctor if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tiredness, loss of appetite, sleepiness, confusion and muscle cramps.

Does Adiuretin 0.2mg cure bed wetting?

No, Adiuretin 0.2mg does not cure bedwetting, but it helps control bedwetting. It works by replacing a hormone (vasopressin) that is normally produced in the body to help balance the amount of water and salt.

Is Adiuretin 0.2mg a diuretic?

No, Adiuretin 0.2mg is not a diuretic. It is a hormone which helps lower urine output in patients with diabetes insipidus and helps control bedwetting in children. It works by reducing the amount of urine produced by the kidneys, thereby reducing the frequency of urination.

How long do I need to give Adiuretin 0.2mg to my child for bedwetting?

Adiuretin 0.2mg is usually prescribed for 3 months for bedwetting. After 3 months, your doctor will stop the medicine for a week to assess whether your child still needs Adiuretin 0.2mg or not.

How should Adiuretin 0.2mg be taken?

Adiuretin 0.2mg should be taken with small quantity of water, juice or milk. If the child cannot swallow the whole tablet, crush or cut the tablet before giving it to the child. The sublingual tablets or ‘melts’ should be placed below the tongue and then melted tablet should be swallowed.

What precautions do I need to take while on Adiuretin 0.2mg?

Follow all the instructions given by your doctor strictly. Restrict water intake after taking Adiuretin 0.2mg as drinking too much water can lead to fluid overload, which is a serious side effect. Try not to swallow water while swimming.

What if you forget to take Adiuretin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Adiuretin 0.2mg, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet Reviews

Adiuretin 0.2mg is a medicine used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus and bed-wetting. It helps decrease the urge to urinate and helps resume a more normal lifestyle.

Adiuretin 0.2mg can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, stomach pain, and nausea. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose regularly while on treatment with this medicine.

How Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet Works

Adiuretin 0.2mg is a synthetic form of vasopressin (natural hormone that balances water). It works by causing reabsorption of water from the kidneys which controls excessive thirst and urination in diabetes insipidus. It also helps decrease night-time urine production and bedwetting in children. In addition to these, it reduces bleeding episodes by promoting the release of blood clotting factors.

How to Use Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Adiuretin 0.2mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet

In Diabetes insipidus: Adiuretin 0.2mg brings about rapid action of controlling thirst and also reduces the urge to urinate often. This helps to manage these symptoms in diabetes insipidus. This improves your quality of life.
In Bed-wetting: Adiuretin 0.2mg contains the hormone vasopressin, which acts on the kidneys and reduces the frequency and amount of urine produced by the kidneys. This helps to treat bedwetting in children. Bedwetting can be uncomfortable as well as embarrassing for the children and also their parents. Taking Adiuretin 0.2mg does not cure the condition but prevents bedwetting effectively till the child is on treatment with it.

Uses of Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet

Bed-wetting
Diabetes insipidus

Adiuretin 0.2mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Adiuretin 0.2mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Adiuretin 0.2mg.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Adiuretin 0.2mg is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving ^SAFE

Adiuretin 0.2mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Adiuretin 0.2mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Adiuretin 0.2mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you develop an infection, fever, diarrhea, or vomiting.
You have been prescribed Adiuretin 0.2mg for the treatment of diabetes insipidus and/or bed-wetting.
Limit the amount of fluids you drink with this medication.
Talk to your doctor if you have sudden weight gain or swelling in your arms and legs that does not go away.
Adiuretin 0.2mg can cause low sodium levels in your body. Get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels.

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