Desmopressin for bleeding disorders (1797)

Key points below


What is DDAVP?

DDAVP is a medicine to help stop or prevent bleeding in patients with bleeding problems.   These bleeding problems are caused by problems with clotting. DDAVP helps release more clotting proteins and helps platelets stick together. Then a blood clot can form where needed and bleeding will stop. Patients with heart problems or a history of blood clots should not get DDAVP.

What do I need to know about DDAVP?

What are the side effects?

Common

Less often

Rare

Special Considerations

Fluids need to be limited for 24 hours after the dose.  Drinking too much liquid after getting this medicine can cause seizures. This is very rare.  Your health provider will give you specific instructions on how much your child can drink. 

Your child should not have more than ________ Cups (equal to _____ oz. or _____ Liters) for 24 hours after receiving DDAVP.

 

ALERT

Call your child’s doctor, nurse, or clinic if you have any concerns or if your child has: 

  • Trouble breathing (CALL 911).
  • Signs of allergic reaction such as hives, wheezing, throat swelling, fever or chills. (CALL 911)
  • Faster than normal heart rate. 
  • Bleeding that won’t stop. 
  • Rapid weight gain or swelling. 
  • Soreness or bleeding in the nose. 
  • Dizziness. 
  • Confusion. 
  • Seizures. 
  • Vision changes.
  • Headaches or other pain not helped by acetaminophen (Tylenol®). 
  • Special health care needs not covered by this information. 

    If you have questions about DDAVP, please call your doctor or nurse at (414) 257-2424.