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Midazolam — brands & medicines in Pakistan

Pakistan mein Midazolam ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: Benzodiazepine (short-acting). Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.

Quick Answer

Midazolam is a benzodiazepine (short-acting) used in Pakistan for Pre-operative sedation and anaesthesia induction, Procedural sedation under medical supervision, Short-term insomnia management under strict medical supervision. Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.

What is Midazolam?

Midazolam is a benzodiazepine (short-acting) used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Midazolam under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.

Common indications

  • Pre-operative sedation and anaesthesia induction
  • Procedural sedation under medical supervision
  • Short-term insomnia management under strict medical supervision

Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Typical dosage

As prescribed — controlled substance, do not self-administer

This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Midazolam brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.

Side effects

Common (usually mild)

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Anterograde amnesia (memory loss of the procedure period)

Serious — stop and see a doctor

  • Respiratory depression (dangerously slow or stopped breathing)
  • CNS depression (extreme sedation or unresponsiveness)
  • Paradoxical agitation or aggression

Important warnings

  • CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE — habit-forming, high risk of dependence and abuse
  • Do not use Dormicum Tablet without a valid prescription from a registered doctor
  • Do not take with alcohol or other CNS depressants — risk of life-threatening respiratory depression

Drug class

Benzodiazepines

Conditions treated

Midazolam brands in Pakistan (1)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Midazolam used for in Pakistan?

Midazolam is commonly used for Pre-operative sedation and anaesthesia induction, Procedural sedation under medical supervision, Short-term insomnia management under strict medical supervision. It belongs to the benzodiazepine (short-acting) drug class.

What is the typical dosage of Midazolam?

Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed — controlled substance, do not self-administer". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.

What are the common side effects of Midazolam?

Common side effects include Drowsiness, Dizziness, Anterograde amnesia (memory loss of the procedure period). Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).

When should I stop Midazolam and see a doctor?

Stop Midazolam and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Respiratory depression (dangerously slow or stopped breathing); CNS depression (extreme sedation or unresponsiveness); Paradoxical agitation or aggression. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.

Is Midazolam available without a prescription in Pakistan?

Prescription required.

What brands of Midazolam are available in Pakistan?

1 brand of Midazolam is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
  3. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization