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Midazolam

Uses

Midazolam is used for anesthesia and conscious sedation during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

How it Works

How Midazolam works Midazolam is a benzodiazepine that enhances the action of the neurotransmitter GABA, which helps to suppress abnormal and excessive activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Midazolam include injection site pain, sleepiness, vomiting, apnea (absence of breathing), decreased respiratory rate, and nasal discomfort.

Expert Advice

  • The addiction and habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high.
  • Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
  • It may cause dizziness; do not drive or engage in activities that require mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol, as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremors, and confusion.

Other Combinations

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Molecule
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Molecule
Salt Composition

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Packet of 5 ml

MRP 447.6

Molecule
Salt Composition

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Molecule
Salt Composition

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Molecule
Salt Composition

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Megarest 10mg Injection
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MRP 69

Molecule
Salt Composition

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Insed Atomiser Spray 5ml
Samarth International
Bottle of 5 ml

MRP 410.6

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 0.5mg

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Midaspray 0.5mg Nasal Spray
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Packet of 5 ml

MRP 356

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 10mg

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Midfast 10mg Injection
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Vial of 10 ml

MRP 57.5

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Miben 1mg Injection
Celon Laboratories Ltd.
Vial of 10 ml

MRP 75.6

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 5mg

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Miben 5mg Injection
Celon Laboratories Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 5mg

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Midfast 5mg Injection
Samarth Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

MRP 30

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Shortal 1mg/ml Injection 5 Injection
Themis Medicare Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

MRP 30

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Midabet 1mg Injection 1ml
Fusion Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Vial of 1 ml

MRP 49.7

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Midpraz 1mg/ml Injection
RSM Lifecare India Private Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

MRP 53

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 5mg

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Benzosed 5mg Injection
Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Vial of 10 ml

MRP 64.6

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Isedaz 1mg Injection 10ml
6ipain Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Vial of 10 ml

MRP 60

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Medzol 1mg Injection 10 Injection
Themis Medicare Ltd.
Vial of 10 ml

MRP 60

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Fulsed 1mg Injection 5 Injection
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

MRP 43

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 1mg

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Verzol 1mg Injection
Verve Healthcare Ltd.
Vial of 5 ml

MRP 42

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 5mg

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Midzee 5mg Injection 1ml
Gland Pharma Ltd.
Vial of 1 ml

MRP 57.7

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 0.5mg

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Midazom 0.5 Nasal Spray
Mindneuro Pharma
Bottle of 5 ml

MRP 450

Molecule
Salt Composition

Midazolam 0.5mg

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Insed 0.5mg Nasal Spray
Samarth Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
Packet of 5 ml

MRP 390.9

Frequently asked questions

Is Midazolam safe?
Midazolam is safe when used at prescribed doses and for the duration recommended by your doctor.
Is Midazolam versed?
Versed is the brand name for Midazolam.
Is Midazolam an opiate?
No, Midazolam is not an opiate.
Is Midazolam a sedative?
Yes, Midazolam is a sedative medication used before and during diagnostic or surgical procedures, with or without local anesthesia.
Does Midazolam hasten death?
No, Midazolam does not hasten death; it may be used to induce sleep and relieve anxiety in terminally ill patients when other medications are ineffective.
Is Midazolam a benzodiazepine?
Yes, Midazolam is a benzodiazepine.
Is Midazolam a schedule 8 drug?
No, Midazolam is classified as a Schedule 4 drug, indicating a low potential for abuse.
Does Midazolam cross the placenta?
Yes, Midazolam can cross the placenta.
Is Midazolam a controlled substance?
Yes, Midazolam is classified as a controlled substance.
Does Midazolam cause retrograde amnesia?
Yes, Midazolam can cause retrograde amnesia, resulting in short-term memory loss.
Does Midazolam have analgesic properties?
No, Midazolam does not have analgesic properties; it acts as a central nervous system depressant.
Does Midazolam make you high/knock you out (make you sleep)?
No, Midazolam does not induce a high; it causes sleepiness as it depresses central nervous system activity.
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