Desmopressin

Desmopressin is a prescription medicine used to replace or mimic antidiuretic hormone. It helps the body reduce urine production by acting on the kidneys and, for some forms, can also support blood clotting by raising factor VIII and von Willebrand factor.

It is used for conditions such as central diabetes insipidus, bedwetting in selected patients, and certain bleeding disorders. Desmopressin can cause low sodium levels, so fluid intake and dosing must be followed exactly as prescribed.