Desmopressin (DDAVP)

Desmopressin (DDAVP) is a medication that mimics the action of a natural hormone called vasopressin, which helps regulate the body's water balance. It is mainly used to treat conditions like diabetes insipidus, where the kidneys excrete too much water, leading to excessive urination and thirst. It can also help control bleeding in people with certain blood clotting disorders such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. Desmopressin works by reducing urine production and increasing the release of clotting factors, helping to manage symptoms effectively.