# Midazolam (Midazolam)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/midazolam
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Midazolam?

Midazolam is a benzodiazepine taken intramuscular. It is prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, status epilepticus, psychomotor agitation. Across the United States, 731 doctors prescribe Midazolam to approximately 4,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Midazolam

## Indications

Midazolam is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorders, status epilepticus and psychomotor agitation.

## Conditions treated

- [Anxiety Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/anxiety-disorders)
- [Status Epilepticus](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/status-epilepticus)
- [Psychomotor Agitation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psychomotor-agitation)

## Mechanism of action

calming abnormal overactivity in the brain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: benzodiazepines
- Route of administration: INTRAMUSCULAR

## Common side effects

coughing, drowsiness, headache, hiccoughs, induration, injection site pain, nausea, pain during injection

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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