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Desmopressin

Phase 1FDA approved

Undisclosed | Small molecule | Other |Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited|Trials Updated: Sep 11, 2009

Desmopressin development status

FDA approval on record Feb 25, 2026 as Desmoda
Approval holderEton
ApplicationNDA219873
Highest phase Phase 1

Label indication DESMODA is indicated for the management of central diabetes insipidus as antidiuretic replacement therapy for adults and pediatric patients. Limitations of Use • DESMODA is not indicated for the treatment of nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. DESMODA is a vasopressin analog indicated for the management of central diabetes insipidus as antidiuretic replacement therapy for adults and pediatric patients. FDA label

Desmopressin target and mechanism

Molecular targetAVPR2, AVPR1A, AVPR1B
Target classAgonist
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment48

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Desmopressin clinical trials

Desmopressin · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT00835211Desmopressin Acetate 0.2 mg Tablets, FastingHealthy
COMPLETED48 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Desmopressin Acetate 0.2 mg Tablets, Fasting
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Cmax - Maximum Observed Concentration
Blood samples collected over 12 hour period

Bioequivalence based on Cmax

AUCinf - Area Under the Concentration-time Curve From Time Zero to Infinity (Extrapolated)
Blood samples collected over 12 hour period

Bioequivalence based on AUCinf

AUC0-t - Area Under the Concentration-time Curve From Time Zero to Time of Last Non-zero Concentration (Per Participant)
Blood samples collected over 12 hour period

Bioequivalence based on AUC0-t

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1EXPERIMENTAL -
2ACTIVE_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Desmopressin Acetate 0.2 mg TabletsDRUG4 x 0.2 mg, single-dose fasting
DDAVP® 0.2 mg TabletsDRUG4 x 0.2 mg, single-dose fasting
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 55 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy adult non-smoker (for at least 3 months) or light smoking (less than 10 cigarettes per day for at least 3 months) male or female subjects, 18-55 years of age; * Weighing at least 60 kg for males and 52 kg for females; * Subjects who had a body mass index (BMI) less tha...

Countries:Canada
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Frequently asked questions about Desmopressin

What is Desmopressin?

Desmopressin is a small molecule drug developed by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (ticker: TEVA). It is also known as Desmopressin Acetate 0.2 mg Tablets. The drug is in Phase 1 clinical development, with one completed trial in healthy volunteers. Its therapeutic area is classified as Other, and the specific indication is undisclosed.

What does Desmopressin target?

Desmopressin targets the vasopressin receptors AVPR2, AVPR1A, and AVPR1B. It acts as an agonist at these receptors, meaning it activates them. This mechanism is characteristic of desmopressin, a synthetic analog of vasopressin, which regulates water retention and blood pressure.

Who makes Desmopressin?

Desmopressin is developed by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, a pharmaceutical company traded under the ticker TEVA. Teva is responsible for the development and testing of this drug candidate.

What phase is Desmopressin in?

Desmopressin is in Phase 1 clinical development. It has completed one Phase 1 trial and has no active trials at this time. As a Phase 1 drug, it is investigational and has not been approved by the FDA for any indication.

What clinical trials is Desmopressin in?

Desmopressin has been studied in one completed Phase 1 clinical trial, NCT00835211, titled "Desmopressin Acetate 0.2 mg Tablets, Fasting." The trial enrolled 48 healthy volunteers in Canada, was randomized and active-controlled, and has been completed.