Seizalam
Seizalam is a prescription medication containing Midazolam, a short-acting benzodiazepine. It acts on the central nervous system by enhancing the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA, which helps calm abnormal electrical activity in the brain to stop seizures rapidly.
Dosage by Body Weight
Seizalam (Midazolam) dosage must be determined by a healthcare provider. The nasal spray is primarily used as rescue therapy for acute seizures and is administered as a single spray into the nostril. Immediate emergency medical assistance should be sought after administration.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed under strict medical supervision
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months or weighing less than 5 kg have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 1.25 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Administer intranasally only if explicitly prescribed as an emergency rescue medication.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 1.25 mg to 2.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Use the exact dose prescribed by your pediatrician based on age and clinical condition.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Typically administered as one spray of 2.5 mg formulation into one nostril.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg to 5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Dose varies based on age. Do not repeat the dose unless instructed by a doctor.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Use only if prescribed under strict medical supervision | Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months or weighing less than 5 kg have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 1.25 mg | Single emergency dose | Administer intranasally only if explicitly prescribed as an emergency rescue medication. |
| 8-10 kg | 1.25 mg to 2.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Use the exact dose prescribed by your pediatrician based on age and clinical condition. |
| 11-15 kg | 2.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Typically administered as one spray of 2.5 mg formulation into one nostril. |
| 16-20 kg | 2.5 mg to 5 mg | Single emergency dose | Dose varies based on age. Do not repeat the dose unless instructed by a doctor. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used for the emergency treatment of acute prolonged seizures, seizure clusters, status epilepticus, and as a pre-operative sedative.
Generic Name
MidazolamScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.