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Home > Diabetes Center > About Diabetes > Diabetes Insipidus

How to Treat it

Vasopressin (synthetic ADH) may be administered (either in a nasal spray or by injection) to replace or supplement the body's ADH production. Such hormone therapy is usually necessary for a lifetime, although if diabetes insipidus is caused by a head injury or surgery, it may be possible to discontinue treatment after a year or so.

To treat nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, your doctor may advise a low-salt diet to reduce thirst and slow the excretion of water. Certain diuretics may also be prescribed. (Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus does not respond to ADH treatment.)

Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.

Consume plenty of high-fiber foods and fruit juices to prevent or treat constipation.

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