Midazolam (By Mouth)
Midazolam (MID-ay-soe-lam)
Given before surgery or medical procedures to help you become relaxed or sleepy. This drug is a benzodiazepine.
Brand Name(s):
There may be other brand names for this medicine. When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to midazolam or to cherries. You should not use this medicine if you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma. How to Use This Medicine:
Liquid
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You will receive this medicine only in a hospital, clinic, or dentist's office. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are using any medicines that make you sleepy (such as sleeping pills, cold and allergy medicine, narcotic pain relievers, or sedatives).
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Do not drink alcohol while you are using midazolam, and for at least 24 hours after you stop using the medicine.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using erythromycin (Erythro-Tab®), itraconazole (Sporanox®), ketoconazole (Nizoral®), heart or blood pressure medicine (such as verapamil, Adalat®, Calan®, Cardizem®, Lotrel®, Plendil®, Procardia®, Tiazac®), or medicines to treat HIV/AIDS (Agenerase®, Crixivan®, Fortovase®, Invirase®, Norvir®, Sustiva®, Viracept®).
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Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while using this medicine.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease, breathing problems, liver disease, or glaucoma.
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This medicine may cause you to forget things for a few hours. This is normal.
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This medicine will make you drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
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Coughing, shortness of breath, or shallow breathing
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Uncontrollable muscle movements or twitching
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
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Changes in mood or behavior
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Forgetfulness
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Nausea or vomiting
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Restlessness, trouble sleeping
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
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