midazolam

/mɪˈdæzəlæm/
noun
  1. A medication used to cause sleepiness, reduce anxiety, and cause memory loss before medical procedures.
    • Midazolam is often used as a sedative for children undergoing dental work.
    • After receiving midazolam, she felt drowsy and had no memory of the procedure.
    • The doctor gave the patient midazolam to help him relax before the surgery.
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