Nocturnal polyuria
Treatment of idiopathic nocturnal polyuria
Desmopressin oral lyophilisate (Noqdirna) - use is restricted to patients aged 65 years and over.
Desmopressin
Noqdirna 25microgram oral lyophilisates
Females – 25micrograms by sublingual administration to be taken daily 1 hour before bedtime.
Noqdirna 50microgram oral lyophilisates
Males – 50micrograms by sublingual administration to be taken daily 1 hour before bedtime.
Prescribing Notes:
- Desmopressin oral lyophilisate Noqdirna is recommended for symptomatic treatment of nocturia due to idiopathic nocturnal polyuria. Use is restricted to patients aged 65 years and over.
- Patients aged 65 years and over are at increased risk of developing hyponatraemia with desmopressin treatment, refer to product literature for monitoring recommendations.
History Notes
18/05/2022
East Region Formulary content agreed.