💊 Midazolam Tablet 7.5 mg
📌 1. Prescription / Indications:
Midazolam 7.5 mg tablets are typically prescribed for:
- Short-term treatment of insomnia
- Preoperative sedation (anxiolytic prior to procedures)
- Anxiolysis in dental or minor surgical procedures
- Adjunct for conscious sedation in adults
📄 2. Description:
- Generic Name: Midazolam
- Strength: 7.5 mg per tablet
- Form: Oral tablet
- Appearance: Round tablet (varies by manufacturer)
- Route of Administration: Oral
🔬 3. Nature / Drug Class:
- Class: Benzodiazepine
- Mechanism of Action: Enhances the effect of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the CNS
- Effect: Anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and anticonvulsant
🌟 4. Advantages:
- Rapid onset and short duration of action
- Reduces anxiety and induces sleep without significant morning hangover
- Improves patient comfort during minor procedures
- Can be used as part of sedation protocols safely under supervision
📦 5. Common Packaging:
| Packaging Type | Contents |
|---|
| Blister pack | 10 or 14 tablets per strip |
| Bottle | 30 or 100 tablets (less common) |
🧊 6. Storage:
- Store at 20–25°C (room temperature)
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
- Secure storage is recommended (due to abuse potential)
👩⚕️ 7. Patient Advice:
- Take exactly as prescribed; do not increase the dose
- Avoid alcohol or other sedatives while on midazolam
- Do not operate machinery or drive after taking the dose
- Best taken 15–30 minutes before bedtime or as per doctor’s timing
- Risk of dependence if used for long-term
- Do not abruptly stop if used for more than a few days—tapering may be needed
🎯 8. Purpose / Clinical Use:
| Use | Purpose |
|---|
| Insomnia | Helps initiate and maintain sleep |
| Preoperative sedation | Reduces anxiety, induces drowsiness |
| Minor procedures | Mild sedation and anxiolysis |
| Diagnostic exams (off-label) | Relaxation during scopes, dental work, etc. |
⚠️ 9. Warnings / Precautions:
- Not for long-term use (>2–4 weeks)
- Use cautiously in:
- Elderly (risk of confusion/falls)
- Liver or respiratory disorders
- Sleep apnea
- May cause:
- Drowsiness, amnesia, confusion, impaired coordination
- Pregnancy Category D: avoid unless clearly indicated
