Generic name:midazolam hydrochloride
Dosage form: injection, solution
Drug class:Benzodiazepines
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 1, 2021.
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WARNING: RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH OPIOIDS
- Concomitant use of benzodiazepines and opioids may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. Monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation[see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Drug Interactions (7.1)].
- The use of benzodiazepines, including SEIZALAM, exposes users to risks of abuse, misuse, and addiction, which can lead to overdose or death. Abuse and misuse of benzodiazepines commonly involve concomitant use of other medications, alcoh...
