Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD

Short Description

Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is a medicine used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus and bed-wetting. It helps decrease the urge to urinate and helps resume a more normal lifestyle.

Dosage Form

Tablet MD

Introduction

Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so. Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, stomach pain, and nausea. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose regularly while on treatment with this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD.

Breastfeeding Warning

Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is a synthetic form of vasopressin (natural hormone that balances water). 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 and bedwetting in children. In addition to these, it reduces bleeding episodes by promoting the release of blood clotting factors.

You have been prescribed Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD for the treatment of diabetes insipidus and/or bed-wetting. Limit the amount of fluids you drink with this medication. Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD can cause low sodium levels in your body. Get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels. Inform your doctor if you develop an infection, fever, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor if you have sudden weight gain or swelling in your arms and legs that does not go away.