Stimate®
(desmopressin acetate) Nasal Spray, 1.5 mg/mL
Stimate
® Nasal Spray is indicated for patients with hemophilia A with factor VIII coagulant activity levels greater than 5%. Stimate® Nasal Spray is indicated for patients with mild to moderate von Willebrand disease (type 1) with factor VIII levels greater than 5%.
- May be used prophylactically to maintain hemostasis during minor surgical procedures and postoperatively
- May be used to treat bleeding associated with minor injuries, mucosal bleeding, and menorrhagia; patients should be counseled to seek medical attention for certain bleeds
- Effectively elevates levels of FVIII:C, VWF:Ag, and ristocetin cofactor activity
Stimate® is manufactured for CSL Behring by Ferring AB.
NDC Number |
Product Description |
Dosage |
| 0053-2453-00 |
150 mcg/spray |
25 doses |
Important Safety Information
Stimate® Nasal Spray is not indicated for the treatment of severe classic von Willebrand disease (Type I) and when there is evidence of an abnormal molecular form of Factor VIII antigen.
Stimate® Nasal Spray is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to desmopressin acetate or to any of the components of Stimate®. Stimate® should not be used in patients with type 2B von Willebrand disease since platelet aggregation may be induced.
Adverse reactions reported with use of injectable and/or intranasal desmopressin acetate include headache, nausea, somnolence (sleepiness), dizziness, chest pain, palpitations and tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), water intoxication, hyponatremia (salt depletion), seizures possibly leading to coma, and severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. See full prescribing information for a complete list.
Please see the
full prescribing information.
View universal billing codes for Stimate®
CUSTOMER SUPPORT 1-800-683-1288 or
Customer Services
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit
www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
How to Purchase Stimate®
Frequently Asked Questions for Stimate®
To learn more about Stimate®, please visit www.Stimate.com
Last Updated: 18 August 2009