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Midazolam (Pfizer (Perth)) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: midazolam

Brand name

(ARTG)

: Pfizer (Australia) MIDAZOLAM INJECTION midazolam 15mg/3mL injection ampoule

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Intravenously as an agent for: conscious sedation prior to short surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic or endoscopic procedures such as bronchoscopy, gastroscopy, cystoscopy,coronary angiography and cardiac catheterisation, either alone or in conjunction with an opioid. Induction of anaesthesia preliminary to administration of other anaesthetic agents. With the use of an opioid premedicant, induction of anaesthesia can be obtained with a narrower dose range and in a shorter period of time. Intermittent intravenous administration or continuous infusion for: sedation in intensive care units. Intramuscularly for: preoperative sedation (induction of sleepiness or drowsiness and relief of apprehension) and to impair memory of perioperative events.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Injection, solution
  • Intravenous
  • Clear colourless to pale yellow solution.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 5 x 3mL ampoules pack

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient midazolam

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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