food interaction for Midaspray Nasal Spray

alcohol interaction for Midaspray Nasal Spray

pregnancy interaction for Midaspray Nasal Spray

lactation interaction for Midaspray Nasal Spray

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Midaspray is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Midaspray is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Midaspray should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched. The withdrawal of Midaspray should be gradual.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Midaspray 5mg Nasal Spray

Midazolam(5mg)

Midaspray nasal spray uses

How midaspray nasal spray works

Midaspray is a benzodiazepine (BZD). It is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream through the inner lining of the nose. Once absorbed, it works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. This helps the patient to recover from a seizure faster.

Common side effects of midaspray nasal spray

Sleepiness, Headache, Nasal discomfort, Throat irritation, Runny nose

SUBSTITUTES FOR Midaspray Nasal Spray

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Midaspray Nasal Spray

  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Frequently asked questions FOR Midaspray 5mg Nasal Spray

Midazolam

Q. Is Midaspray safe?
Midaspray is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Midaspray a controlled substance?
Yes, Midaspray is a controlled substance
Q. Is Midaspray a sedative?
Yes, Midaspray a sedative medication used before and during diagnostic or surgical procedures either in combination with or without local anesthesia
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Q. Is Midaspray a benzodiazepine?
Yes, Midaspray belongs to benzodiazepine class of sedative medication
Q. Does Midaspray have analgesic properties?
No, Midaspray does not have any analgesic properties. It is used as a central nervous system depressant that slows brain activity, causes relaxation and induces sleep (anesthetic)
Q. Does Midaspray cause retrograde amnesia?
Yes, Midaspray causes retrograde amnesia (short term loss of memory)

Content on this page was last updated on 06 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)