Use of Midazolam as an Induction Agent: Comparison with Thiopentone

Abstract

Background- Benzodiazepines have proved useful as alternatives to the barbiturates in the induction of anaesthesia. Methods- This randomized control trials was conducted in the Department of department of anaesthesia, M.G. Hospital Bhilwara. A sample size of 60 cases; 30 cases in each group. Results- There were 30 patients in each group and no significant differences as regards sex, age, weight and duration of anaesthesia were demonstrated between the groups. Induction time in midazolam group was more as compare to thiopentone group. Conclusion- Induction effect of midazolam was slower as compare to thiopentone group.

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Manjula Muchha

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Manjula Muchha (2018). Use of Midazolam as an Induction Agent: Comparison with Thiopentone. International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR), 3(2), 284-286. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-499263