What is desmopressin oral and injectable?
Desmopressin is a synthetic (man-made) form of the natural hormone arginine vasopressin. Arginine vasopressin is important in the regulation of blood, blood pressure, stomach and intestinal movement, uterine function, and kidney function. Desmopressin is used to treat hemophilia A, von Willebrand’s disease (Type I), and cranial diabetes insipidus. Desmopressin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.