Flumazenil [Mazicon, Romazicon]
Uses
Antagonizes CNS effects of Benzodiazepines.
Reverses (complete or partial) sedation (as seen in anesthesia) due to benzodiazepines
Seizure disorders [unlabeled use]
Encephalopathy [unlabeled use]
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to flumazenil
In antidepressant overdosage
Seizure prone individuals during labor and delivery
Effects in children not known
Cautious Use (partial listing)
Impaired hepatic function
Pregnancy (category C)
Nursing mothers
Head injury
Individuals physically dependent on benzodiazepines
Side Effects (Partial listing)
CNS: dizziness
Respiratory: Hypoventilation:
GI: nausea, vomiting
Shannon, M.T., Wilson, B.A., Stang, C. L. In, Govoni and Hayes 8th Edition: Drugs and Nursing Implications Appleton & Lange, 1995, pp 528-529
