Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Midazolam as follows:
General allergic reactions
- Midazolam use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching.
- Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Midazolam, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered.
Other constitutional side-effects
- Individuals taking Midazolam can also present with sexual dysfunctions, such as, compromised interest in sex, difficulty attaining and maintaining erection, and/or difficulty having an orgasm.
Musculoskeletal side-effects
- Midazolam use can result in slurred speech, motor incoordination, with consequent increased fall risk and accidents. Confusion and dizziness with Midazolam use, can add to the motor incoordination, thus enhancing the fall risk significantly.
