Midazolam (Versed)

Question 1

Midazolam Class:

Answer 1

Short-acting benzodiazepine CNS depressant.

Question 2

Midazolam Mechanism of Action:

Answer 2

• Anxiolytic and sedative properties similar to other benzodiazepines.
• Memory impairment.

Question 3

Midazolam Indications:

Answer 3

• Sedation, Anxiolytic prior to endotracheal or nasotracheal intubation.
• Administer for conscious sedation.

Question 4

Midazolam Adult Dose:

Answer 4

0.5 - 2.5 mg slow IV push;

may be repeated to total maximum: 0.1 mg / kg

Question 5

Midazolam Pediatric Dose:

Answer 5

To facilitate intubation medical control may order:

• (6 months- 5 years) 0.05-0.1 mg/kg IV maximum dose of 5 mg.
• (6-12 year old) 0.1 mg/kg IV maximum dose of 8 mg.