Minirin Nasal Spray is used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus and bed-wetting. This medicine helps decrease the urge to urinate and help resume more normal life-style. It is generally used in patients who cannot take the oral form of medicine. Minirin Nasal Spray should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril.The most common side effects of this medicine include nasal discomfort, nasopharyngitis, nasal congestion, sneezing, headache, nausea, and cough. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.It is generally a safe medicine but, before taking it, talk to your doctor about any health problems you have such as heart problems or high blood pressure (hypertension) or overactive thyroid gland or glaucoma or prostate enlargement. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat the same process for the other nostrils.

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat the same process for the other nostrils.

'- Alcohol : None

No interaction found/established

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Minirin Nasal Spray during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CAUTION

Minirin Nasal Spray should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

- Driving : None

No interaction found/established

- Kidney : None

No interaction found/established

- Liver : None

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Minirin Nasal Spray, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: HORMONES
Action Class :: Vasopressin analogues

Treatment of Diabetes insipidus|Treatment of Bed-wetting

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8?C). Do not freeze.

Q. What precautions do I need to take while on Minirin Nasal Spray?::: Follow all the instructions given by your doctor strictly. Restrict water intake after taking Minirin Nasal Spray as drinking too much water can lead to fluid overload, which is a serious side effect. Try not to swallow water while swimming.| Q. How long do I need to give Minirin Nasal Spray to my child for bedwetting?::: Minirin Nasal Spray 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 Minirin Nasal Spray or not.| Q. Does Minirin Nasal Spray cure bed wetting?::: No, Minirin Nasal Spray 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.| Q. Does Minirin Nasal Spray make you gain weight?::: No, Minirin Nasal Spray itself does not cause weight gain. Minirin Nasal Spray 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.| Q. Is Minirin Nasal Spray a diuretic?::: No, Minirin Nasal Spray 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.

Nasal discomfort
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Sneezing
Nosebleeds
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Cough