PreOp Meds: Midazolam Flashcards
Which structural feature of midazolam contributes to its stability and allows for rapid metabolism?
A. Benzene ring
B. Imidazole ring
C. Phenol group
D. Ester bond
B. Imidazole ring
Acidic pH→ opens ring ↑ water solubility.
Physiologic pH→ closes ring ↑ lipid solubility
Midazolam is primarily used in which two clinical situations?
A. Pain management and general anesthesia
B. Preoperative anxiolysis and conscious sedation
C. Muscle relaxation and seizure control
D. Postoperative nausea and vomiting prevention
B. Preoperative anxiolysis and conscious sedation
amnestic/anxiolytic > sedation
How much more potent is midazolam compared to diazepam, and what is the reason for this difference?
A. 2-3 times more potent due to greater receptor affinity
B. 2-3 times less potent due to faster metabolism
C. Equally potent due to similar chemical structures
D. 5 times more potent due to increased lipid solubility
A. 2-3 times more potent due to greater receptor affinity
Here
Why is midazolam non-irritating upon injection?
A. It contains a local anesthetic agent.
B. It does not require propylene glycol for stabilization.
C. It is diluted in a saline solution.
D. It is formulated as a slow-release injection.
B. It does not require propylene glycol for stabilization.
1.What is the typical onset time for midazolam?
A. 5-10 seconds
B. 1-2 minutes
C. 10-15 minutes
D. 30-60 seconds
2.How long does it typically take for midazolam to reach its peak effect?
A. 1 minute
B. 3 minutes
C. 5 minutes
D. 10 minutes
- B. 1-2 minutes Onset
- C. 5 minutes Peak
TXWes reference guide says 1-5 mins
What is the typical duration of action for midazolam?
A. 5-15 minutes
B. 15-80 minutes
C. 1-2 hours
D. 2-4 hours
B. 15-80 minutes
Short due to rapid redistribution
According to TXWes reference guide
What is the Elimination half-time of midazolam, and how does it change in elderly patients?
A. 1 hour; doubles to 2 hours in elderly patients
B. 2 hours; doubles to 4 hours in elderly patients
C. 4 hours; increases to 6 hours in elderly patients
D. 3 hours; remains unchanged in elderly patients
B. 2 hours; doubles to 4 hours in elderly patients
What is the volume of distribution (Vd) of midazolam?
A. 0.5-1.0 L/kg
B. 1.0-1.5 L/kg
C. 1.5-2.0 L/kg
D. 2.0-2.5 L/kg
B. 1.0-1.5 L/kg
(large due to lipid-solubility)
Which organs and enzyme system are primarily responsible for the metabolism of midazolam?
A. Liver (CYP450) and Kidneys (CYP450)
B. Liver (CYP450) and Intestines (CYP450)
C. Kidneys (CYP450) and Lungs (CYP450)
D. Lungs (CYP450) and Intestines (CYP450)
What is the primary metabolite and it’s significance?
B. Liver (CYP450) and Intestines (CYP450)
What is the active metabolite of midazolam?
A. 1-hydroxypropofol
B. 1-hydroxydiazepam
C. 1-hydroxymidazolam
D. 1-hydroxyketamine
C. 1-hydroxymidazolam
*½ the activity of midazolam
*causing increase in delirium
What organ is responsible for clearing the active metabolite of midazolam (1-hydroxymidazolam)?
A. Liver
B. Lungs
C. Kidneys
D. Intestines
C. Kidneys
Which of the following drugs are known to inhibit CYP450 enzymes? Select all that apply.
A. Cimetidine
B. Erythromycin
C. Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)
D. Antifungals
E. Fentanyl
F. Phenytoin
A. Cimetidine
B. Erythromycin
C. Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)
D. Antifungals
E. Fentanyl
F. Phenytoin
How does midazolam’s clearance compare to Lorazepam and Diazepam?
A. 2 times faster than Lorazepam and 4 times faster than Diazepam
B. 3 times faster than Lorazepam and 6 times faster than Diazepam
C. 5 times faster than Lorazepam and 10 times faster than Diazepam
D. 1.5 times faster than Lorazepam and 2 times faster than Diazepam
C. 5 times faster than Lorazepam and 10 times faster than Diazepam
True or False
Midazolam produces an isoelectric EEG.
False.
No isoelectric EEG capabilities.
Midazolam (inhibits/preserves) the vasomotor response to CO₂. What does this mean?
Preserves the vasomotor response to CO₂