Midazolam Medical Valley
Midazolam Medical Valley is used to stop sudden, long-lasting seizures in children (over 3 months old) and adults.
Form
liuos suuonteloon
Strength
5 mg
Active Ingredient
Midazolam
Manufacturer
Medical Valley Invest AB
How to Use
Dosage
The dose depends on the patient's age. Your doctor will determine the correct dose. For example, 3 months to under 1 year get 2.5 mg, 1 to under 5 years get 5 mg, 5 to under 10 years get 7.5 mg, and 10 years to adults get 10 mg.
Method
Gently pull the patient's cheek outwards. Place the tip of the syringe into the space between the inside of the cheek and the lower gum. Slowly push the plunger until all the medicine is given into the space between the gum and the cheek. Do not inject.
Important
Give only one dose. Do not give more than your doctor prescribed.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Nausea and vomiting
- •Feeling sleepy or passing out
RARE
- •Rash, itchy skin, or hives
- •Feeling restless, angry, confused, overly happy, or seeing/hearing things that are not real
- •Uncontrolled muscle spasms or shaking
- •Trouble paying attention, headache, or dizziness
- •Difficulty coordinating movements
- •Seizures or convulsions
- •Temporary memory loss
- •Low blood pressure, slow heart rate, or flushed face/neck
- •Trouble breathing due to tightened vocal cords (laryngospasm)
- •Constipation or dry mouth
- •Fatigue or hiccups
Important Warnings
- Do not use if the patient is allergic to midazolam, other benzodiazepines, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if the patient has a nerve and muscle disease causing muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis).
- Do not use if the patient has severe breathing difficulties at rest or sleep apnea.
- Do not use if the patient has severe liver disease.
- This medicine may cause memory loss after administration. Monitor the patient carefully.
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- Avoid use if the patient has a history of alcohol or drug abuse.
- Serious breathing or heart problems are more likely, especially with higher doses.
- Not for children under 3 months, unless in a hospital setting.
- Call an ambulance if the seizure does not stop within 10 minutes.
- Call an ambulance if the patient's breathing slows, becomes shallow, or lips turn blue.
- Call an ambulance if you suspect an overdose and the patient shows symptoms like drowsiness, confusion, or breathing difficulties.