Nocturnal enuresis
Treatment of nocturnal enuresis
Desmopressin
Desmopressin 120microgram oral lyophilisates sugar free
For dose, refer to BNF for Children.
Desmopressin 240microgram oral lyophilisates sugar free
For dose, refer to BNF for Children.
Prescribing Notes:
- Desmopressin oral lyophilisate is approved for use for nocturnal enuresis in children over the age of five.
- Patients should be warned to avoid ingesting water while swimming and to discontinue desmopressin during an episode of vomiting and/or diarrhoea until their fluid balance is once again normal.
- Desmopressin nasal spray should not be prescribed for nocturnal enuresis.
For more information refer to NICE CKS: Bedwetting (enuresis).
History Notes
29/02/2024
East Region Formulary content agreed.