Midazolam injection
Midazolam injection is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that is used to help you relax before having a minor surgery, dental work, or other medical procedure.
Midazolam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Midazolam injection side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Midazolam injection can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, or other drugs that can slow your breathing. Your caregivers will watch you for symptoms such as weak or shallow breathing.
Tell your medical caregivers right away if you have:
- cough, wheezing, trouble breathing;
- slow heart rate;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- tremors; or
- confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior.
Drowsiness or dizziness may last longer in older adults. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury.
Common side effects of midazolam injection may include:
- amnesia or forgetfulness after your procedure;
- drowsiness, dizziness;
- nausea, vomiting; or
- blurred vision.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Warnings
Midazolam injection can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication or alcohol. Midazolam is given in a hospital, dentist’s office, or other clinic setting where your vital signs can be watched closely.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use midazolam injection if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- narrow-angle glaucoma;
- untreated or uncontrolled open-angle glaucoma; or
- an allergy to cherries.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- glaucoma;
- breathing problems; or
- congestive heart failure.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I take a midazolam injection?
Midazolam is usually given as a single dose just before your surgery or procedure.
Midazolam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication or alcohol. Midazolam should be used only in a hospital, dentist’s office, or other clinic setting where any serious side effects can be quickly treated.
After you take this drug, you will be watched closely to make sure the medicine is working and does not cause harmful side effects.
Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely while you are in surgery. Zeecontainer kopen
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