Mezolam 5 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Mezolam 5 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Mezolam 5 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Mezolam 5 Injection are Headache, Hiccup, Cough. While these are the most often observed Mezolam 5 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mezolam 5 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mezolam 5 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mezolam 5 Injection related warnings talks about Mezolam 5 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Mezolam 5 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dementia, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mezolam 5 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Mezolam 5 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Mezolam 5 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mezolam 5 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mezolam 5 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mezolam 5 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Mezolam has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mezolam without medical advice.
Is the use of Mezolam 5 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Mezolam has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mezolam 5 Injection on the Kidneys?
Mezolam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mezolam 5 Injection on the Liver?
Mezolam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mezolam 5 Injection on the Heart?
Mezolam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mezolam 5 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mezolam 5 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mezolam 5 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Mezolam 5 Injection can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
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 Mezolam 5 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but Mezolam 5 Injection should be consumed in a limited amount.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Mezolam 5 Injection can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mezolam 5 Injection
Mezolam 5 Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mezolam 5 Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Mezolam 5 Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
Mezolam must be taken under the medical supervision only. Precautions must be taken in patients with respiratory disorders, and improper kidney or liver function.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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