Desmopressin is a synthetic analogue of the natural hormone vasopressin and is commonly prescribed by veterinarians for use in cats, dogs, and other animals. Provided in eye-drop form, this medication helps support proper fluid balance and manage certain hormonal or urinary conditions under veterinary supervision.

Appearance: Clear and colorless, and essentially free from visible particulates.

Compounding & Dispensing Information: All prescription medications ordered through Tractor Supply Pet & Animal Pharmacy are fulfilled and dispensed by Allivet, a Tractor Supply Company. Compounded preparations dispensed through Allivet are manufactured by Wedgewood Connect, an FDA-registered outsourcing facility that adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards. Wedgewood Connect maintains required state licenses and registrations.

*This item ships cold.

*This item cannot be shipped to MI, MO, MS, NE, UT.

How Its Sold

Sold by the bottle in the strength of 0.01% or 0.02% and size of 10 mL

Special Precautions

Keep desmopressin and all drugs out of reach of children and pets. Desmopressin is a prescription drug and should be used according to your veterinarian's directions, and it should only be given to the animal for which it was prescribed. Do not give this medication to a person. Desmopressin should not be given to animals that are allergic to it, or drugs like it, or to animals with blood clotting disorders such as platelet type (pseudo) von Willebrand disease. Desmopressin should be used with caution in animals that are pregnant or nursing.

Side Effects

Be sure to discuss any side effects your pet experiences while taking desmopressin with your veterinarian immediately. The most common side effects include burning, stinging and redness in the eye after application. Other systemic side effects include swelling and water retention.

Overdose Information

Overdose of desmopressin may cause more severe reactions similar to those listed previously in the side effects section. If you suspect your pet or another animal was accidentally overdosed or has eaten this medication inadvertently, contact your veterinarian or the A.S.P.C.A.'s Animal Poison Control Center at 888.426.4435. Always bring the prescription container with you when you take your pet for treatment. If you or someone else has accidentally ingested this medication call the National Capital Poison Center at 800.222.1222.

Storage

Keep refrigerated

Active Ingredients

Desmopressin Acetate