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Midinten Information

Midinten is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anesthesia. Midinten also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Midinten depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Midinten are Headache, Hiccup, Cough. While these are the most often observed Midinten side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Midinten go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Midinten's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Midinten has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Midinten related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dementia, Allergy must refrain from the use of Midinten since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Midinten have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Midinten is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Midinten Benefits & Uses

Midinten is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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Midinten 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

Midinten Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Midinten is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Wheezing
Confusion

Moderate

Agitation
Erythema
Hallucinations
Blurred vision

Mild

Vertigo

Common

Headache
Hiccup
Cough
Sneezing
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Midinten Related Warnings

Is the use of Midinten safe for pregnant women?

Midinten has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Midinten without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Midinten safe during breastfeeding?

Midinten may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Midinten on the Kidneys?

Midinten rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Midinten on the Liver?

Midinten has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Midinten on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Midinten on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Midinten with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Diltiazem

Midinten Contraindications

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

Dementia
Allergy
Heart Disease
Apnea, Infantile
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Midinten

Is this Midinten habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Midinten. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

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

After taking Midinten, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Midinten can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Midinten has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Midinten Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Midinten

Some foods when eaten with Midinten can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Midinten

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Midinten

Question over 5 years ago

Does Midinten help with pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No Midinten alone does not help with pain but it is given along with pain-killer drugs such as fetanyl to help with pain during the medical procedure. Midinten induces conscious sedation which allows the patient to undergo a medical procedure by inducing decreased levels of consciousness that does not require intubation.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Midinten?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Midinten is a brand name of midazolam and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, and nasal spray. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as the benzodiazepine (Sedatives and Hypnotics). It is used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia. It is also used to relieve anxiety, and to sedate patients in ICU (intensive care unit) as well as to sedate patients before diagnostic and medical procedures such as endoscopy.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Midinten and diazepam together?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Midinten cause memory loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Midinten may cause memory loss (anterograde amnesia) that's why it is given before the medical procedure to prevent any memory of the event. It only affects the recent memories after the event, leaving long-term memories intact.