Midfast 10 Injection 10 Ml: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Midfast Information

Midfast is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Anesthesia. Other than this, Midfast has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Midfast 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Midfast include Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Midfast as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Midfast are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Midfast's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Midfast has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Midfast related warnings section.

Midfast is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dementia, Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Midfast have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Midfast may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Midfast, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Midfast Benefits & Uses
Midfast Dosage & How to Take
Midfast Side Effects
Midfast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Midfast with Other Drugs
Midfast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Midfast
Midfast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Midfast Benefits & Uses

Midfast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Sedation

Midfast Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: 0.5 mcg/kg/min dose should be administer to patients less than 32 weeks old

Midfast Related Warnings

Is the use of Midfast safe for pregnant women?

Midfast shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Midfast safe during breastfeeding?

Midfast has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Midfast on the Kidneys?

Midfast may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Midfast on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Midfast on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Midfast on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Midfast on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Midfast with Other Drugs

Midfast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Diltiazem

Midfast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Midfast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dementia
Allergy
Heart Disease
Apnea, Infantile
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Midfast

Is this Midfast habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Midfast can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Midfast you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but avoid taking more than the amount of Midfast prescribed by your doctor.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Midfast can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Midfast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Midfast

Some foods when eaten with Midfast can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Midfast

Consumption of alcohol and Midfast together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Midfast

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Midfast?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Midfast is a brand name of midazolam and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, and nasal spray. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as the benzodiazepine (Sedatives and Hypnotics). It is used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia. It is also used to relieve anxiety, and to sedate patients in ICU (intensive care unit) as well as to sedate patients before diagnostic and medical procedures such as endoscopy.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Midfast help with pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No Midfast alone does not help with pain but it is given along with pain-killer drugs such as fetanyl to help with pain during the medical procedure. Midfast induces conscious sedation which allows the patient to undergo a medical procedure by inducing decreased levels of consciousness that does not require intubation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Midfast cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Midfast 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 Midfast 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Midfast cause hair loss?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Midfast does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Midfast?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Midfast must be taken under the medical supervision only. Precautions must be taken in patients with respiratory disorders, and improper kidney or liver function.