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Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is used to induce sedation and relieve anxiety and muscle tension. It is used to induce sleepiness during therapeutic procedures (like endoscopy or colonoscopy) or complicated medical tests known as procedural sedation. It contains Midazolam, which relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and induces drowsiness. It may cause side effects such as redness, pain or swelling at the injection site, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, dry mouth, tiredness or muscle spasms.
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More about the Product

Composition :

MIDAZOLAM-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines (sedatives) used to induce sedation and relieve anxiety and muscle tension. It is used to induce sleepiness during therapeutic procedures (like endoscopy or colonoscopy) or complicated medical tests known as procedural sedation. Conscious sedation is a technique in which drugs help you relax (sedative), reduce anxiety and inhibit pain (anaesthetic) during a medical test or procedure. It is usually referred to as procedural sedation and analgesia.

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml contains Midazolam which works by increasing GABA activity (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and causes drowsiness.

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, it may cause side effects such as redness, pain or swelling at the injection site, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, dry mouth, tiredness or muscle spasms. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Midazolam or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. It may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding for 24 hours after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of breaking bones and falling. Special care should be taken while treating children with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml as it may increase the sedative effect. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may cause drowsiness or affect concentration and coordination. It is an offence to drive if Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

Uses of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is used in the management of conscious sedation. The detailed uses of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml are as follows:

  • Induce Conscious Sedation: Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is primarily used to induce an awake but calm, relaxed, and drowsy state (conscious sedation) before surgical or diagnostic procedures.
  • Enhances Procedure Safety: Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml helps ease anxiety, relax muscles to limit movement, cause drowsiness, and may produce short-term memory loss, thereby improving patient comfort and ensuring the safety of procedures.

Key Benefits

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml contains Midazolam used to induce conscious sedation (awake but very relaxed state of calm or drowsiness) during therapeutic procedures or medical tests. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and causes drowsiness.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
  • Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml Works

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml contains Midazolam which works by increasing GABA activity (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and causes drowsiness.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml as it may increase the sedative effect of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml and may also cause breathing problems.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. However, if Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is used for prolonged treatment during the last trimester, it may cause physical dependence and risk of withdrawal symptoms after birth in the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding for 24 hours after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Driving

Unsafe

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may cause drowsiness or affect concentration and coordination. It is an offence to drive after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml and if it affects your ability to drive. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver conditions, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Children

Caution

If your child has a heart condition, notify your doctor before giving Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. The dose will be adjusted specifically, and your child will be closely watched. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is only advised for sedation in intensive care units for newborns and babies under six months of age, and their breathing and oxygen levels must be closely monitored.

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Heart

Caution

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml should be taken with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor about any existing heart problems before using Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml can be given in elderly patients with extreme caution due to the risk of increased side effects

What if I have taken an overdose of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml

The overdose of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is unlikely as it is administered by a doctor. However, in case of overdose, patients may experience drowsiness, loss of co-ordination, speech problems, involuntary eye movements, low blood pressure, apnoea (breathing stops temporarily), cardiorespiratory depression (slow or shallow breathing and heartbeat) and coma.Therefore, if you suspect any adverse reactions or unusual symptoms while on treatment with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml, please inform your doctor immediately.

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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml to start to work: The time required for Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml last: The duration of action for Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is unknown.

What if you forget to take Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml

As this medicine is administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Midazolam or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding for 24 hours after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of breaking bones and falling. Special care should be taken while giving Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml to children, and the dose should be adjusted appropriately. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml as it may increase the sedative effect of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may cause drowsiness or affect concentration and coordination. It is an offence to drive if Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Do not take Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml with opioids as it may increase the risk of difficulties in breathing, drowsiness or coma. However, if the concomitant use is advised by a doctor, the dose and duration should be limited by a doctor.

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking high blood pressure-lowering medicines (diltiazem, nifedipine, verapamil), antifungals (fluconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, roxithromycin, rifampicin), high cholesterol-lowering medicines (atorvastatin), medicines for HIV/AIDS (saquinavir), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), opioid pain killers (fentanyl), anti-allergic medicines, antianxiety drug (diazepam), antidepressants, and other medicines.

Drug-Food Interaction: Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may interact with grapefruit. Therefore, avoid intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml as it may increase the adverse effects of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Also, avoid alcohol consumption with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml as it may increase the sedative effect. Inform your doctor if you are taking St. John's wort (a herbal medicine).

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a lung or breathing disorder, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), history of drug abuse or personality disorder, or kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

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Therapeutic Class

[SEDATIVE-HYPNOTIC DRUGS]

FAQs

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is used to induce sedation and relieve anxiety and muscle tension. It is used to induce sleepiness during therapeutic procedures (like endoscopy or colonoscopy) or complicated medical tests known as procedural sedation.

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml contains Midazolam which works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing drowsiness. Thus, it relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and causes drowsiness.

You are not recommended to take Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml with opioids as co-administration of these medicines as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as difficulties in breathing, drowsiness or coma. Therefore, before using Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml with any other medicines, please consult your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness or affect concentration and coordination. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid driving or any other activities that require mental alertness after taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml. Also, it is an offence to drive if Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml affects your ability to drive.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml may cause physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms if used for prolonged periods. Therefore, do not stop treatment with Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml suddenly. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is not recommended for patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis before taking Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml.

Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is safe if used under the supervision of a doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and inform your doctor if you experience any side effects.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is classified as a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence. Therefore, it should be used only under the supervision of a doctor and according to the prescribed dosage.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml is a sedative. It is used to induce drowsiness, and relieve anxiety before minor surgical, dental, or other medical procedures.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml contains midazolam, which is a type of benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines are a class of sedative medications.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml have analgesic properties. It inhibits pain (anaesthetic) during a medical test or procedure.

Yes, Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml can cause retrograde amnesia (temporary memory loss). Therefore, use it only under the guidance of a doctor.

The common side effects of Midazox 5 mg Injection 5 ml are redness, pain or swelling at the injection site, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, dry mouth, tiredness or muscle spasms. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sy.No: 80-84, Melange Towers, Patrika Nagar, Madhapur, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 081
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