DDAVP
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 1978-02-21
- Routes
- INJECTION, ORAL, NASAL
- Dosage Forms
- INJECTABLE, TABLET, SOLUTION, SPRAY, METERED
DDAVP Approval History
What DDAVP Treats
5 indicationsDDAVP is approved for 5 conditions since its original approval in 1978. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Central Diabetes Insipidus
- Polyuria
- Polydipsia
- Hemophilia A
- von Willebrand's Disease
DDAVP Boxed Warning
HYPONATREMIA DDAVP can cause hyponatremia. Severe hyponatremia can be life-threatening, leading to seizures, coma, respiratory arrest, or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . DDAVP is contraindicated in patients at increased risk of severe hyponatremia, such as patients with excessive fluid intake, illnesses that can cause fluid or electrolyte imbalances, and in those using loop diuretics or systemic or inhaled glucocorticoids [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1...
WARNING: HYPONATREMIA DDAVP can cause hyponatremia. Severe hyponatremia can be life-threatening, leading to seizures, coma, respiratory arrest, or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . DDAVP is contraindicated in patients at increased risk of severe hyponatremia, such as patients with excessive fluid intake, illnesses that can cause fluid or electrolyte imbalances, and in those using loop diuretics or systemic or inhaled glucocorticoids [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Ensure the serum sodium concentration is normal before starting or resuming DDAVP. Measure serum sodium within 7 days and approximately 1 month after initiating therapy, and periodically during treatment. More frequently monitor serum sodium in patients 65 years of age and older and in patients at increased risk of hyponatremia [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . If hyponatremia occurs, DDAVP may need to be temporarily or permanently discontinued [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . WARNING: HYPONATREMIA See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. DDAVP can cause hyponatremia, which may be life-threatening if severe. ( 5.1 ) DDAVP is contraindicated in patients at increased risk of severe hyponatremia, such as patients with excessive fluid intake, illnesses that can cause fluid or electrolyte imbalances, and in those using loop diuretics or systemic or inhaled glucocorticoids. ( 4 , 5.1 ) Ensure serum sodium concentration is normal before starting or resuming DDAVP. Measure serum sodium within 1 week and approximately 1 month after starting therapy and periodically during treatment. More frequently monitor serum sodium in patients 65 years of age and older and in patients at increased risk of hyponatremia. ( 2.1 , 5.1 ) If hyponatremia occurs, interrupt or discontinue DDAVP. ( 5.1 )
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
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DDAVP FDA Label Details
ProIndications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)DDAVP Injection is a vasopressin analog used for: Central Diabetes Insipidus - as antidiuretic replacement therapy in the management of central (cranial) diabetes insipidus and for the management of the temporary polyuria and polydipsia following head trauma or surgery in the pituitary region. Hemophilia A- for patients with factor VIII coagulant activity levels greater than 5% to maintain hemostasis during surgical procedures and postoperatively or reduce bleeding with episodes of spontaneous or traumatic injuries such as hemarthroses, intramuscular hematomas, or mucosal bleeding. von Willebr...
WARNING: HYPONATREMIA DDAVP can cause hyponatremia. Severe hyponatremia can be life-threatening, leading to seizures, coma, respiratory arrest, or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . DDAVP is contraindicated in patients at increased risk of severe hyponatremia, such as patients with excess...
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