Midazolam (Versed)

Question 1

Indications
• Status epilepticus
• Sedation of the severely agitated/combative patient
• Sedation for cardioversion or transcutaneous pacing (TCP)

Dosage and Administration Seizure
Adult:
2.0 mg IV
5.0 mg IM/IN Pediatric:
0.1 mg/kg, IV 0.2 mg/kg IM/IN
Contact Base for additional dosing Maximum dose is 4 mg
Sedation of severely agitated or combative patient
Adult:
Pediatric:
Contact Base for dosing
2 mg IV or 5 mg IM/IN if no IV in place

Answer 1

Midazolam (Versed)