At least 17 people died in Florida after medics used the sedative #midazolam aka #Versed during police encounters.
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Midazolam, also known by the brand name #Versed, is a benzodiazepine medication that has many uses, including:
#Anesthesia & Capital Punishment.
Midazolam can be used to induce #anesthesia, or as an adjunct to regional and local anesthesia during procedures.
It can also be used to produce #amnesia so patients don't remember any discomfort or undesirable effects after surgery.
Midazolam Interactions
Midazolam can also interact with other medications, including antibiotics, antiviral medications, medications for anxiety or sleep, medications for depression, medications for fungal infections, medications for seizures, cimetidine, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and opioid medications.
#NotSafeNotEffective
https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/midazolam-oral-route/description/drg-20072182
#Anesthesia & Capital Punishment.
Midazolam can be used to induce #anesthesia, or as an adjunct to regional and local anesthesia during procedures.
It can also be used to produce #amnesia so patients don't remember any discomfort or undesirable effects after surgery.
Midazolam Interactions
Midazolam can also interact with other medications, including antibiotics, antiviral medications, medications for anxiety or sleep, medications for depression, medications for fungal infections, medications for seizures, cimetidine, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and opioid medications.
#NotSafeNotEffective
https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/midazolam-oral-route/description/drg-20072182
Mayo Clinic
Midazolam (oral route) - Side effects & uses
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