Minirin 0.2 Tablet Information

Minirin 0.2 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bedwetting, Diabetes Insipidus are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Minirin 0.2 Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Minirin 0.2 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Minirin 0.2 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Minirin 0.2 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Minirin 0.2 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Minirin 0.2 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Minirin 0.2 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Minirin 0.2 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Minirin 0.2 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Minirin 0.2 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Minirin Benefits & Uses
Minirin Dosage & How to Take
Minirin Side Effects
Minirin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Minirin with Other Drugs
Minirin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Minirin
Minirin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Minirin 0.2 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Minirin 0.2 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Minirin 0.2 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bedwetting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take before bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Bedwetting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take before bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bedwetting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take before bedtime

Minirin 0.2 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Minirin 0.2 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Minirin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Minirin 0.2 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Minirin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Minirin 0.2 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Minirin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Minirin 0.2 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Minirin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Minirin 0.2 Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Minirin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Minirin 0.2 Tablet with Other Drugs

Minirin 0.2 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Chlorpromazine

Lamotrigine

Carbamazepine

Moderate

Chlorpropamide

Lithium

Chloramphenicol

Minirin 0.2 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minirin 0.2 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hemophilia A
Kidney Disease
Infections
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minirin 0.2 Tablet

Is this Minirin 0.2 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Minirin 0.2 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Minirin 0.2 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Minirin 0.2 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Minirin 0.2 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Minirin 0.2 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minirin 0.2 Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Minirin 0.2 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Minirin 0.2 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Minirin 0.2 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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