It has a high potency and a short duration of action. It is also hemodynamically safe, and is favored for its sedative and analgesic properties. Antianxiety Agents Midazolam is a water-soluble benzodiazepine. This medication has a rapid onset of action and is hemodynamically neutral. Recovery time is 30-120 minutes.
Respiratory depression is increased in the elderly and when combined with narcotics.
Neuroleptics Ketamine is the only neuroleptic useful in intubation. It has become popular in the Emergency Department in inducing anesthesia for procedures or intubation. The patient may appear to be awake , but is amnesic and unresponsive to pain. This phencyclidine derivative's dissociative effect and hallucinatory side effects may cause awakening hallucinations in patients and have made this a popular drug of abuse among young people. Neuromuscular Blockers Full ventilatory support is mandatory when using neuromuscular blocking agents.