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Indications

NOCDURNA is a medication used to treat nocturia in adults who wake up at least 2 times during the night to urinate due to nocturnal polyuria.

Nocturia is a condition in which a person has to wake up at night to urinate. Nocdurna contains the active ingredient desmopressin, which is a synthetic version of vasopressin, a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate the body’s water balance.

Nocdurna is the only rapidly dissolving sublingual tablet that treats nocturia due to nocturnal polyuria (NP) in adults who wake up at least 2 times per night. It was first approved for use in the US in 1978.

Use and Dosage

Read the Medication Guide if available from your pharmacist before you start taking desmopressin and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

To take this medication, remove the tablet from the packaging with dry hands and place it under the tongue. Leave the tablet under your tongue until it dissolves. Do not chew or swallow the tablet whole.

For the treatment of diabetes insipidus, take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 3 times a day.

For the treatment of nighttime urination, take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once at bedtime. Limit the fluids you drink, especially 1 hour before you take this medication until 8 hours after the dose.

For the treatment of bedwetting, take this medication usually once a day 1 hour before bedtime. Children should limit the fluids they drink after dinner, especially 1 hour before bedtime until the next morning, or at least 8 hours after the dose. If your child wakes up during the night, limit the amount that your child drinks.

Limit drinking water and other fluids while taking desmopressin. Consult your doctor for details. If you find that you are drinking more fluids than directed, tell your doctor right away.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not take more desmopressin or take it more often than prescribed.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if this medication stops working well.

Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Flushing
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue
• Cough

Adverse effects include:

• Low levels of sodium
• High blood pressure
• Rapid weight gain
• Severe headache
• Seizure
• Breathing problems
• Fainting
• Mood changes
• Visual disturbances
• Swelling (lower and upper extremities)

Remember that this is not the complete list of the potential health concerns linked with this antidiuretic medication.

Cautions

Before administering this orally disintegrating pill, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have hypertension, cystic fibrosis, increased intracranial pressure, or urinary retention. Also, notify them if you are currently vomiting, having diarrhea, or have heart or kidney problems, as this will let them decide if this drug is safe for you.

Avoid taking Nocdurna if you have moderate or severe kidney disease, SIADH, or low serum sodium levels to prevent exacerbating your medical condition.

Do not take this drug if you are allergic to the ingredients of this medication. Seek medical attention when you experience the following allergic reactions: rashes, hives, swelling of the face and lips, throat tightness, or trouble breathing.

Inform your doctor about the medication you are taking, especially if you are taking water pills and steroids, as this can make you more prone to hyponatremia.

Keep and store this medication accordingly, away from the reach of the children.

Form and Strengths

Nocdurna is available in the following form and strengths:

• Nocdurna Orally Disintegrating Tablet:
  • 25 mcg
  • 50 mcg

FAQ

Is Nocdurna safe for the elderly?

Make sure to be cautious when administering this drug to older adults because kidney function deteriorates as you age. Since kidneys are responsible for the excretion of this drug, they are more prone to developing electrolyte imbalance and low serum sodium, which can be detrimental.

Is it recommended to drink fluids when taking Nocdurna?

No. When taking this pill, limit your fluid intake as prescribed by your doctor because this can cause water accumulation leading to hyponatremia, which can cause serious health implications, such as convulsions.

It is best to avoid drinking fluids for one hour before and eight hours after taking this pill.

Can I take Nocdurna during pregnancy?

There is no adequate information that taking this medication can cause harm to your baby. If you are pregnant and have nocturia, discuss with your doctor if this drug is safe for you and your baby.

Resources:

1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/022517s000lbl.pdf
2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-176833/nocdurna-women-sublingual/details
3. https://www.drugs.com/dosage/nocdurna.html