Midazolam Flashcards
1
Q
Indication
A
Convulsion lasting 5 or more minutes and still fitting
3 or more convulsions in the last hours
Convulsions continuing 10mins after first dose of meds
2
Q
Actions
A
Short acting benzodiazepine which has anxiolytic, sedative and anticonvulsant properties
3
Q
Contraindications
A
None
4
Q
Side effects
A
Respiratory depression Hypotension Reduced GCS Confusion leading to agitation Amnesia
