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| Drug Name |
MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Active Ingredient(s) |
MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE |
Form(s) and
Strength(s) Available |
INJECTABLE; INJECTION:1 mg (base)/mL packaged in 2 mg (base)/2 mL |
Product Information / Press Release This medicine is given by injection to provide sedation (a soothing or calmed feeling) before surgery. It may also be given to provide sedation while you are conscious during short diagnostic procedures. This medicine may also be given with other drugs (such as painkillers or depressants) to make you more comfortable during diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy and endoscopy.
Proper Use
The injections are given in a hospital or surgery center where proper equipment is available to support adequate breathing. The injection may be given by your doctor, an anesthesiologist, or a nurse trained in the use of this medicine.
Possible Side Effects
While you are receiving this medicine, you will be monitored by health care providers who will see and treat any serious side effects you may have.
Other: Confusion, anxiety, grogginess, slurred speech, headache, nausea, vomiting, pain or tenderness at the injection site, inability to remember things shortly before or during the procedure.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that continue or get worse.
Possible Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking or receiving by injection prior to the procedure or surgery. This includes nonprescription medicines.
Do not take any medicines after receiving this medicine unless approved by your doctor. This is especially important if you go home soon after the procedure.
Be sure that you tell all doctors who treat you about all medicines you are taking, including nonprescription products.
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