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Minirin Nasal Spray
Prescription Required
Product introduction
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.
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.
Uses of Minirin Nasal Spray
Benefits of Minirin Nasal Spray
In Treatment of Diabetes insipidus
Minirin Nasal Spray is given as a nasal spray as its absorption is greatly increased when taken through the nose and it brings about rapid action of controlling thirst and also reduces the urge to urinate often. This helps to manage these symptoms in diabetes insipidus.
In Treatment of Bed-wetting
Minirin Nasal Spray is a synthetic form of hormone vasopressin, that acts on the kidneys and reduces the frequency and amount of urine produced by the kidneys. This helps to treat bedwetting in children. Bedwetting can be uncomfortable as well as embarrassing for the children and also their parents. Taking Minirin Nasal Spray does not cure the condition but prevents bedwetting effectively till the child is on treatment with it.
Side effects of Minirin Nasal Spray
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Minirin
- Nasal discomfort
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Sneezing
- Nosebleeds
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Cough
How to use Minirin Nasal Spray
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.
How Minirin Nasal Spray works
Minirin Nasal Spray is a synthetic form of vasopressin (natural hormone that balances water). It is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream through the inner surface of the nose. Once absorbed, it works by causing reabsorption of water from the kidneys which controls excessive thirst and urination in diabetes insipidus. It also helps decrease night-time urine production in multiple sclerosis.
Safety advice
Alcohol
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
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Minirin Nasal Spray?
If you miss a dose of Minirin Nasal Spray, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- 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.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- Limit the amount of fluids you drink with this medication.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
- Use the Minirin Nasal Spray within 3 weeks of opening it and discard the rest.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Vasopressin analogues
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Minirin Nasal Spray
Thrice A Day
86%
Twice A Day
14%
What are you using Minirin Nasal Spray for?
Diabetes insi*
53%
Bed-wetting
28%
Others
19%
*Diabetes insipidus
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
61%
Average
25%
Poor
14%
What were the side-effects while using Minirin Nasal Spray?
No Side Effec*
76%
Headache
8%
Nausea
3%
Nasopharyngit*
3%
Sneezing
3%
*No Side Effect, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How do you take Minirin Nasal Spray?
With or witho*
68%
With food
28%
Empty stomach
5%
*With or without food
Please rate Minirin Nasal Spray on price
Expensive
64%
Average
22%
Not Expensive
14%
FAQs
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.
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Reilly RF, Jackson EK. Regulation of Renal Function and Vascular Volume. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC,12th ed. editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 712-14.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 375.
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