Midazolam
Midazolam (Versed) is a relatively short-acting benzodiazepine (“benzo”) which can be administered IV, PO, PR, and even within the neuraxial space to extend the duration/strength of the epidural/spinal block. For these reasons, it’s the most commonly used benzo in anesthesiology. Like all medications in this class, midazolam potentiates the effects…