Midazolam Hydrochloride

Healthcare providers often recommend midazolam hydrochloride (Versed^®) prior to a medical, dental, or surgical procedure. It can be used as a sedative, an antianxiety drug, or as an anesthetic. People with glaucoma or COPD may need to use a different medication, or may require more careful monitoring, but most people tolerate it well. You may need to take midazolam on an empty stomach, especially if it is being used before surgery. (Click Midazolam to learn more about this drug, including its various effects in the body and how it works, possible side effects, and what to do if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.)