Sedatives

Question 1

Diazepam

Answer 1

Valium
Sedative/anticonvulsant 
Dosage: Seizure 5-10 mg IV /10 mins. 
               Premed for cardioversion 5-15 mg/IV
Maximum dose 30mg

Question 2

Midazolam

Answer 2

Versed
sedative/anticonvulsant
Dosage- 2.0-2.5 mg slow IVP
Max 0.1 mg/kg

Question 3

Propofol

Answer 3

Sedative
Dosage 100-150 mcg/kg/min for 3-5 mins
Maintenance 25-75 mg/kg/min

Question 4

Lorazepam

Answer 4

Ativan
Sedative/anticonvulsant
Dosage: Seizure 2-4 mg slow IVP
Anxiety/sedation 0.05 mg/kg up to 4mg IM.