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Drug Safety Notice: Desmopressin 4 micrograms/1ml solution – supply shortage

August 12, 2024

Problem

Desmopressin (DDAVP® ) 4 micrograms/1ml solution for injection ampoules are out of stock from early August until w/c 16 September.

Advice and alternative

  • Pharmacy will review current stockholding to identify if there is sufficient stock to cover the out of stock period.
  • Unlicensed imports of desmopressin 4 micrograms/1ml solution for injection ampoules may be available.
  • If the above option is not considered appropriate or cannot be sourced in time, advice should be sought from specialists on alternative management options.

For supporting information and key resources – please see full notice here.