Midazolam
Midazolam
Midazolam (pronounced: mi-daz-o-lam) is a medication used for anesthesia, procedural sedation, trouble sleeping, and severe agitation. It works by inducing sleepiness, decreasing anxiety, and causing a loss of ability to create new memories. It is also useful for the treatment of seizures.
Etymology
The name "Midazolam" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which is a combination of two other chemical structures: "mida" (from the drug class benzodiazepines) and "azolam" (from the drug class azolam).
Usage
Midazolam is typically used in a hospital or other clinical setting under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is administered either by injection into a vein, muscle, or by mouth.
Side Effects
Common side effects include sleepiness, trouble with coordination, and short term memory loss. Other side effects can include a decrease in effort to breathe, low blood pressure, and sleepiness. Long term use can result in tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal symptoms on dose reduction.
Related Terms
- Benzodiazepine: A class of drugs that Midazolam belongs to.
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness that is induced for medical purposes.
- Sedation: The reduction of irritability or agitation by administration of sedative substances or medications.
- Seizure: A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Midazolam
- Wikipedia's article - Midazolam
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