Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 72611

Desmopressin and Hydrocortisone

Tabled: 29 August 2025

Answered: 9 September 2025

Question

Chris Coghlan

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to (a) help tackle supply chain issues relating to (i) Desmopressin and (ii) Hydrocortisone and (b) manage risks for patients who require access to these medicat

Answer

Karin Smyth

We are aware of supply issues affecting desmopressin nasal spray for which the Department issued comprehensive communications to healthcare professionals in March 2025. This included advice on alternative medications, such as desmopressin oral products, a...

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