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Noctiva

Generic name: Desmopressin Nasal Spray (Noctiva)des-moe-PRES-in ]
Drug class: Antidiuretic hormones

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 26, 2024.

Warning

  • This medicine can cause low sodium levels. Very low sodium levels can be life-threatening, leading to seizures, passing out, trouble breathing, or death.
  • Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
  • Talk with your doctor if you have an infection, a fever, diarrhea, or are throwing up. Talk with your doctor if you will be out in very hot weather, will be active, or will be changing how much water you drink for any reason.
  • Talk with your doctor if you are taking any drugs that can raise the chance of low sodium levels. There are many drugs that can do this. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
  • If you are 65 or older, use Noctiva (desmopressin nasal spray (noctiva)) with care. You could have more side effects.

Uses of Noctiva:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Noctiva?

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Noctiva (desmopressin nasal spray (noctiva)).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Noctiva (desmopressin nasal spray (noctiva)) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Noctiva?

How is this medicine (Noctiva) best taken?

Use Noctiva (desmopressin nasal spray (noctiva)) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

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What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

What are some other side effects of Noctiva?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Noctiva?

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