Versed With Anesthesia

• Versed

Versed is a prescription drug that can be used as a sedative or anesthesia before a medical procedure. This eMedTV article explains how Versed works and offers an in-depth look at its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.

• Versed Side Effects

Although most people do not experience any problems while taking Versed, side effects are possible. This eMedTV segment outlines some of the common and rare side effects of Versed, including those that may require immediate medical attention.

• Versed Uses

Versed is a drug that is used to cause sedation and memory loss during surgeries or medical procedures. This eMedTV Web site discuses the uses and effects of Versed in more detail, including its use in children and possible off-label Versed uses.

• Versed Dosage

This eMedTV page explains the factors that your doctor will consider in determining your "individualized" Versed dosage. This page explains how your Versed dose may be adjusted and provides information on how the medication will be administered.

• Versed Drug Interactions

Antidepressants and alcohol are among the drugs that can potentially cause Versed drug interactions. This eMedTV resource outlines other drugs that can cause drug interactions with Versed and describes the potential complications that may occur.

• Versed Warnings and Precautions

Versed can cause difficulty breathing and has the potential of being abused. This portion of the eMedTV library provides other important Versed warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the medication.

• Versed Overdose

Confusion, coordination problems, and slow reflexes are a few common symptoms of a Versed overdose. This eMedTV segment highlights other possible overdose symptoms and explains what treatment options are available for a Versed overdose.

• Versed and Pregnancy

This portion of the eMedTV library explains that Versed is a pregnancy Category D drug, meaning it is generally considered unsafe to use the drug during pregnancy. This article also covers what to do if you are taking Versed and pregnancy occurs.

• Versed and Breastfeeding

As this eMedTV page explains, taking Versed while breastfeeding may cause problems (such as feeding problems) in the nursing baby because the drug does pass through breast milk. This page covers what to do if you are taking Versed and breastfeeding.

• Generic Versed

Versed is currently available in a generic form. This selection from the eMedTV Web site describes generic Versed in more detail, explaining how the FDA has determined that generic Versed is as good as the brand-name medication.