Minirin 0.2mg Tablet is used for the control, treatment, and prevention of conditions such as bedwetting, diabetes insipidus, and Von Willebrand's disease. It works by limiting the amount of water eliminated through urination.
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Before using it, tell your doctor:
if you are using any other prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, or other herbal and dietary pills and supplements
if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
if you have abnormal sodium or potassium blood levels
if you suffer from congestive heart failure, if you have coronary artery disease, if you have a history of migraine headaches, if you have abnormally high or low blood pressure, or if you have any upcoming surgeries
This medication should be taken in doses prescribed by the doctor. The dosage depends on conditions such as medical condition, diet, age, and counteraction with other medicines.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Nephrologist before using this medicine.
Use
The medication can treat the below provided problems:
Central Diabetes Insipidus
Side Effects
A patient can suffer from the following side effects:
Headache
Stomach Pain
Nausea
Dosage
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of this medication, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Work
This medicine is a drug used to treat diabetes insipidus, high blood urea and bed-wetting. Basically, the medication limits the water content of urine by binding to the V2 receptors.