Midazolam Hydrochloride

• Midazolam

Midazolam is a drug that can be used as a sedative before and during surgeries and medical procedures. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at midazolam and its effects, dosage guidelines, and general precautions and warnings.

• Midazolam Side Effects

Side effects of midazolam may include nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness. This part of the eMedTV Web site highlights other potential midazolam side effects, including serious side effects that you should report to your healthcare provider right away.

• What Is Midazolam Used For?

Midazolam uses include sedating adults and children during a surgery or medical or dental procedure. This eMedTV Web page also describes possible "off-label" midazolam uses, such as the treatment of agitation and certain types of seizures.

• Midazolam Dosing

As this eMedTV page explains, midazolam dosing guidelines will vary from person to person, and a healthcare provider will consider several factors before determining your dose. This page also describes how the medication is administered.

• Drug Interactions With Midazolam

Drug interactions can occur if midazolam is taken with certain other medications. This eMedTV resource takes a look at the medications that can cause drug interactions with midazolam and describes how these interactions may lead to side effects.

• Precautions and Warnings With Midazolam

You should not take midazolam if you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma or are allergic to the drug. This eMedTV article explains other precautions and warnings with midazolam, and covers what to tell your doctor before starting the medication.