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Sedoz Information

Sedoz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Sedoz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Sedoz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Sedoz are Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sedoz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Sedoz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Sedoz's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Sedoz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sedoz related warnings section.

Sedoz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dementia, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sedoz have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Sedoz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Sedoz Benefits & Uses

Sedoz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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Sedoz 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

Sedoz Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sedoz 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

Sedoz Related Warnings

Is the use of Sedoz safe for pregnant women?

Sedoz shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Sedoz safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Sedoz on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Kidneys?

Sedoz rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Liver?

Sedoz is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sedoz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Diltiazem

Sedoz Contraindications

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

Dementia
Allergy
Heart Disease
Apnea, Infantile
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Sedoz

Is this Sedoz habit forming or addictive?

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

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sedoz can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but do not take too much of Sedoz. Consume it as per your doctor's advice.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Sedoz can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Sedoz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sedoz

Sedoz may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Sedoz

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sedoz as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Sedoz

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sedoz help with pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No Sedoz 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. Sedoz 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

How does Sedoz work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Sedoz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take seroquel and Sedoz together?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take seroquel (quetiapine) and Sedoz 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 over 5 years ago

Does Sedoz cause constipation?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sedoz might cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.