Mezolam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mezolam Information

Mezolam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection,Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Mezolam have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mezolam. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Mezolam also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mezolam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mezolam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Mezolam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Mezolam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mezolam related warnings section.

Mezolam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mezolam in conditions like Dementia, Allergy. Other contraindications of Mezolam have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Mezolam with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mezolam is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Mezolam Benefits & Uses
Mezolam Dosage & How to Take
Mezolam Side Effects
Mezolam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Mezolam with Other Drugs
Mezolam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mezolam
Mezolam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mezolam Benefits & Uses

Mezolam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Sedation

Mezolam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: 0.5 mcg/kg/min dose should be administer to patients less than 32 weeks old

Mezolam Related Warnings

Is the use of Mezolam safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Mezolam. If you are pregnant, do not take Mezolam without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Mezolam safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Mezolam as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Mezolam on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Mezolam on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Mezolam on the Liver?

Mezolam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mezolam on the Heart?

Mezolam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mezolam with Other Drugs

Mezolam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Diltiazem

Mezolam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mezolam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dementia
Allergy
Heart Disease
Apnea, Infantile
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mezolam

Is this Mezolam habit forming or addictive?

Mezolam can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mezolam as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mezolam is safe but it should be taken as per the doctor's prescription.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Mezolam works for mental disorders.

Yes

Mezolam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mezolam

When consumed with certain foods, Mezolam may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Mezolam

Consuming Mezolam with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Mezolam

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Mezolam?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Mezolam must be taken under the medical supervision only. Precautions must be taken in patients with respiratory disorders, and improper kidney or liver function.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take seroquel and Mezolam together?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take seroquel (quetiapine) and Mezolam together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with seroquel increases the risk of side effects such as drowsiness (sedation), dizziness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Mezolam a benzodiazepine?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Mezolam is a benzodiazepine. It belongs to the class of drugs known as the benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives) which is mainly used to induce sedation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mezolam cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mezolam may cause hiccups. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind hiccups is not known but it is presumed that it occurs because Mezolam stimulates the involuntary diaphragm contractions or by influencing the supraspinal hiccup center present in the brainstem. If you are experiencing excessive hiccups after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Mezolam work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Mezolam contains midazolam that works by increasing the activity of a chemical messenger GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) which suppresses the excessive activity of nerve cells in the brain and induces sedation.