The main measures of effectiveness were how well the medicines maintained the required sedation level and the time patients needed to spend on a mechanical ventilator (a machine that ‘breathes’ for the patient). The patient’s blood pressure, heart rate, breathing and oxygen levels should be monitored closely during the procedure.Ĭare should be taken when using Dexdor in patients with reduced liver function and the dose may be reduced.įor more information about using Dexdor, see the package leaflet or contact your doctor or pharmacist.ĭexdor was compared with other sedative medicines (propofol or midazolam) in two main studies involving 1,000 patients who required sedation in intensive care units. In some cases, the patient is also given a local anaesthetic, painkillers and other sedative medicines. When Dexdor is used for awake sedation in diagnostic or surgical procedures, the starting dose depends on the type of procedure and the dose is adjusted to achieve the desired effect. If sedation with the maximum dose is not adequate, the patient can be switched to other medicines. When Dexdor is used in intensive care, the dose is adjusted to achieve the desired level of sedation.

Dexdor can only be obtained with a prescription and should be given by a healthcare professional skilled in managing patients in intensive care or giving anaesthetic during diagnostic or surgical procedures.ĭexdor is given by infusion (drip) into a vein using a controlled infusion device.

Antidote of midazolam