IMPORTANT WARNING: has been expanded. Midazolam injection may cause serious or life-threatening breathing problems such as shallow, slowed, or temporarily stopped breathing that may lead to permanent brain injury or death.

Is midazolam a dangerous drug?

When used with vigilance, appropriate patient monitoring, and slow, careful titration to desired effect, midazolam is an extremely useful and safe medication for both inpatients and outpatients.

How much versed is too much?

A total dose of up to 0.4 mg/kg to a maximum of 10 mg may be necessary. Prolonged sedation and risk of hypoventilation may be associated with the higher doses. Paediatric patients 12 to 16 years of age: should be dosed as adults. Rectal administration: the total dose of midazolam usually ranges from 0.3 to 0.5 mg/kg.