Midazolam

Question 1

What class of medication is Midazolam?

Answer 1

Benzodiazepine

Question 2

What is the MOA of Midazolam?

Answer 2

Reversibly interacts with GABA receptors in CNS causing sedative, anxiolytic, amnesic, anticonvulsant, and hypnotic effects
4 times more potent than Diazepam
No effect on Pain

Question 3

What is the onset time for Midazolam?

Answer 3

5 minutes IN

Question 4

What is the duration time for Midazolam?

Answer 4

Total: 3-6 hours
Peak: Unknown

Question 5

What are the indications for giving Midazolam?

Answer 5

Seizures only

Question 6

What are the contraindications for giving Midazolam?

Answer 6

Shock, Coma, alcohol intoxication, overdose, hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
Constantly monitor vitals during and after administration. Midazolam can cause Respiratory distress and arrest

Question 7

What are the side effects of Midazolam?

Answer 7

Laryngospasms, bronchospasms, dyspnea, respiratory depression/arrest, drowsiness, amnesia, altered mental status, bradycardia, tachycardia, premature ventricular contractions, retching

Question 8

What is the trade name of Midazolam?

Answer 8

Versed

Question 9

What dose of Midazolam is given?

Answer 9

Pediatric: 0.2mg/kg
Adult: 5mg

Question 10

By which route is Midazolam given?

Answer 10

IN