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Midazolam (midazolam HCl)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

USES: Midazolam is used before surgery or a procedure. It helps to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and to decrease your memory of the surgery or procedure. This medication may also be used to help with anesthesia or to sedate people who need a tube or machine to help with breathing.

Midazolam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Generic name: midazolam HCl
Pronunciation: (mi-DAZ-oh-lam)

Reference product & biosimilars

No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Midazolam:

  • Conscious Sedation
  • General Anesthesia Adjunct
  • Induce Anterograde Amnesia
  • Local Anesthesia Adjunct
  • Preoperative Anxiety
  • Sedation In Intubated Patient

Also known as: Adjunct General Anesthesia, Adjunct Local Anesthesia, Anxiety Associated With Surgery, Pre-Op Anxiety, Pre-Operative Anxiety.

Dosing

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Contraindications

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Precautions

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ICD codes

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data