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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.

First product
OCTOSTIM LIQ INJ. 15MCG/ML
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Second product
DDAVP MELT

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OCTOSTIM LIQ INJ. 15MCG/MLDDAVP MELT
ManufacturerFERRING INCFERRING INC
Active ingredientDESMOPRESSIN ACETATEDESMOPRESSIN (DESMOPRESSIN ACETATE)
Strength15MCG60MCG
Dosage formSolutionTablet (Orally-Disintegrating)
RouteIntravenous SubcutaneousSublingual
Health Canada statusMarketedMarketed
Shortage statusNo current shortageNo current shortage
Recall / safety alertNone on fileNone on file
Different active ingredientDifferent strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent route
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