Midazolam injection and Nitric oxide Inhalation

• Generic Name: midazolam
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Versed, Nayzilam

Midazolam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) sedative.

Midazolam injection is used to sedate a person who is having a minor surgery, dental work, or other medical procedure.

Midazolam injection is also used to sedate a patient who is under critical care and needs a mechanical ventilator (breathing machine).

Midazolam injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: nitric oxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Inomax

Nitric oxide is used together with a breathing machine (ventilator) and other agents to treat newborn (term and near-term) babies with respiratory failure that is caused by pulmonary hypertension.

Nitric oxide is a gas that is inhaled through the nose or mouth. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles to widen the blood vessels in the lungs.

Nitric oxide is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.