Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD
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Product introduction
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.
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.
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.
Uses of Minirin Tablet MD
- Bleeding esophageal varices
- Diabetes insipidus
- Bed-wetting
Side effects of Minirin Tablet MD
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Minirin
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
How to use Minirin Tablet MD
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.
How Minirin Tablet MD works
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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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.
Driving
SAFE
Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Minirin Tablet MD?
If you miss a dose of Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vasopressin analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Vasopressin Analogues
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD
Once A Day
92%
Twice A Day
5%
Alternate Day
3%
Thrice A week
1%
What are you using Minirin Tablet MD for?
Bed-wetting
44%
Diabetes insi*
39%
Others
17%
*Diabetes insipidus
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
42%
Average
38%
Poor
21%
What were the side-effects while using Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD?
Stomach pain/*
40%
No Side Effec*
20%
Nausea
20%
Headache
20%
*Stomach pain/epigastric pain, No Side Effect
How do you take Minirin Tablet MD?
With or witho*
67%
With food
33%
*With or without food
Please rate Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD on price
Not Expensive
42%
Expensive
42%
Average
17%
FAQs
What precautions do I need to take while on Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD?
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor strictly. Restrict water intake after taking Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD as drinking too much water can lead to fluid overload, which is a serious side effect. Try not to swallow water while swimming.
How long do I need to give Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD to my child for bedwetting?
Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is usually prescribed for 3 months for bedwetting. After 3 months, your doctor will stop the medicine for a week to assess whether your child still needs Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD or not.
Does Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD cure bed wetting?
No, Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD does not cure bedwetting, but it helps control bedwetting. It works by replacing a hormone (vasopressin) that is normally produced in the body to help balance the amount of water and salt.
Does Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD make you gain weight?
No, Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD itself does not cause weight gain. Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD may cause fluid overload which may in turn cause weight gain. Fluid overload is a serious side effect and you should immediately contact your doctor if you experience headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tiredness, loss of appetite, sleepiness, confusion and muscle cramps.
Is Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD a diuretic?
No, Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD is not a diuretic. It is a hormone which helps lower urine output in patients with diabetes insipidus and helps control bedwetting in children. It works by reducing the amount of urine produced by the kidneys, thereby reducing the frequency of urination.
How should Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD be taken?
Minirin Melt 60mcg Tablet MD should be taken with small quantity of water, juice or milk. If the child cannot swallow the whole tablet, crush or cut the tablet before giving it to the child. The sublingual tablets or ‘melts’ should be placed below the tongue and then melted tablet should be swallowed.
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Country of origin: India
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