Desmopressin
Desmopressin
Desmopressin (pronounced: dez-mo-PRESS-in) is a synthetic replacement for vasopressin, the hormone that reduces urine production during the night. It is used to treat conditions such as diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and nocturia.
Etymology
The term "Desmopressin" is derived from the Greek words "desmos" (meaning bond or chain) and "pressin" (meaning to press). It refers to the drug's ability to 'press' or reduce the production of urine.
Usage
Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. Normally, the amount of urine you make is controlled by a certain substance in the body called vasopressin. In people who have "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head injury or brain surgery, the body does not make enough vasopressin. Desmopressin is a man-made form of vasopressin and is used to replace a low level of natural vasopressin.
Related Terms
- Vasopressin: A hormone produced in the hypothalamus and stored in the pituitary gland. It plays a key role in maintaining the body's water balance.
- Diabetes insipidus: A rare disorder that causes an imbalance of fluids in the body, leading to intense thirst and the production of large amounts of urine.
- Bedwetting: A common condition in children, characterized by unintentional urination during sleep.
- Nocturia: A condition in which you wake up during the night because you have to urinate.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Desmopressin
- Wikipedia's article - Desmopressin
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