Midazolam Oral
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- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
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Pronounced: (mid-AZE-oh-lam)
Midazolam Oral Uses
This medication is used in children before a procedure or anesthesia to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness of the surgery or procedure. It should be used while the child is under the care of a health professional. It is not for home or long-term use.
Midazolam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.
How To Use Midazolam Oral
Take this medication by mouth as directed by the doctor. It is usually given as a single dose before a procedure or anesthesia.
The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to therapy, weight, and other medications you may be taking.
Use the press-in bottle adapter and the oral syringe provided with this medication to measure the correct dose as directed by the doctor or pharmacist. If the medication is not used right away, make sure to cap the oral syringe until it is time to use the medication. Take the medication by mouth directly from the syringe. Do not mix with any other liquid.
This medication is not for long-term use. It may cause dependence, especially if it has been used regularly for an extended time or if it has been used in high doses. In such cases, withdrawal reactions (e.g., shaking, sweating, vomiting, abdominal/muscle cramps, seizures) may occur if you suddenly stop this drug. To prevent withdrawal reactions when stopping extended, regular treatment with this drug, gradually reduce the dosage as directed. Consult the doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal reactions immediately.
Though very unlikely, abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction) is possible with this medication. To lessen the risk of becoming addicted, do not increase the dose, take it more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Talk with the doctor if this medication stops working well. Properly stop the medication when so directed.
Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while being treated with this medication unless the doctor instructs you otherwise. Grapefruit can increase the amount of certain medications in the bloodstream. Consult the doctor or pharmacist for more details.
