Midazolam

Question 1

Midazolam (Versed)

Class

Answer 1

short-acting benzodiazepine CNS depressant

Question 2

Midazolam (Versed)

Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

Anxiolytic and sedative properties similar to other benzodiazepines, memory impairment

Question 3

Midazolam (Versed)

Indications

Answer 3

Sedation

Question 4

Midazolam (Versed)

Contraindications

Answer 4

Glaucoma, shock, coma, alcohol intoxication, overdose and depressed vital signs

Question 5

Midazolam (Versed)

Adverse Reactions

Answer 5

Headache, Blurred vision, hypertension and respiratory depression/ arrest

Question 6

Midazolam (Versed)

Drug Interactions

Answer 6

Should not be used in patients who have taken CNS depressants

Question 7

Midazolam (Versed)
Dosage
Adult

Answer 7

1 – 2.5 mg slow IV over 2 – 3 minutes, with a maximum total dose of 0.1 mg/kg.

Question 8

Midazolam (Versed)

Pediatric

Answer 8

0.03 mg/kg

Question 9

Midazolam (Versed)

Onset

Answer 9

1-3 minutes IV

Question 10

Midazolam (Versed)

Peak Effect

Answer 10

Variable

Question 11

Midazolam (Versed)

Duration

Answer 11

2-6 hours

Question 12

Midazolam (Versed)

Special Considerations

Answer 12

Respiratory depression more common with midazolam than with other benzodiazepines.