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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR VERSED | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Needle extract. of sperm via testes | Amnesia | I can appreciate some of the negative comments made by others but I think Versed is an excellent drug for unique situations. It was used in combination with Morphine to get a procedure to extract my sperm through my testicles following a vasectomy. The treatment team later told me that I had "significant difficulties" with the procedure (I can imagine!) But the amnesia spared me any trauma by preventing me from remembering it. This is a great drug if you have an anxiety disorder or phobia about surgery, etc., and/or if you are getting a procedure done without the benefit of general anesthesia. This allows you to repeat painful procedures without developing post-traumatic stress. I just had my tonsils out today and was prepped with Versed prior to going into the operating room. What happened before they put me out could have been uncomfortable, scary, etc. Versed prevented me from recalling any of it and not adding to any fears about surgery. As a final note - (although this may be an urban myth) - there is a story that Versed was used by an EMT worker at the Twin Towers on 9/11 prior to amputating the limb of a victim because she was trapped and there was no way they could have given her general anesthesia in that situation. Subsequently, her amnesia spared her needless suffering. | M | 52 | Unknown 1X day | 3/24/2010 | 5 | D&C | None | Versed was administered with Fentanyl during my D&C. It's really not as bad as people make it sound. I just thought I was unconscious the whole time. I woke up only after the first administration and then they administered more every few minutes to keep me under, along with the Fentanyl. The next thing I remember is waking up in recovery and I don't remember anything except waking up the first time, and I vaguely remember that. I am really glad I don't remember this procedure, but they call it "conscious sedation." I am curious to know how conscious I actually was. I sure didn't feel conscious, and I don't remember anything. I might as well have been asleep! It did the job. That's all it needs to do. | F | 29 | 1 times 1-2 4X O | 3/29/2010 | 1 | colonoscopy | Told Dr. that I was easy to put to sleep and hard to wake up and as usual no one paid any attention. I had respiratory arrest. No memory of procedure or surgery resulting from the hole they made trying to revive me and doing the resection to repair hole. | When I had respiratory arrest the doctor poked a hole in my colon trying to withdraw the scope. Was nauseated and vomitting when they woke me up. Had to have emergency resection done and no memory much of any of it. Was in ICU for 3 days, morphine for pain that I didn't have almost did me in again. I was 62 years old and in good health then. | F | 66 | 1 days unknown 1X day | 3/29/2010 | 1 | bladder dilation | Versed was administered by IV during the bladder dilation I had today. I was conscious throughout the entire procedure, just a little sleepy. I experienced tremendous pain, and I did not have the "amnesia" effect - I remember everything. I wish I didn't. A decent shot of Ativan would have been more effective. | Since this drug was administered by IV throughout the surgical procedure, I do not know the dosage. It is based on weight, age, medical conditions, and other factors. | F | 57 | 1X O | 4/1/2010 | 5 | Colonoscopy | Totally relaxed during procedure, some mild forgetfulness afterward. I threw up after trying to eat a big meal after the colonoscopy; I should have started with fluids/light food. The next day I felt a little sick and dizzy, which I attribute to being too deydrated and not eating after I vomited. | I am an RN, but I was afraid just like anybody. I was initially given 2 mg versed and 50 mcg fenanyl. I was then given four additional doses of 1 mg versed and 25 mcg fentanyl throughout the procedure. I was awake and talking during the procedure, I watched the whole thing on the monitor. At one point they wanted to reposition me, and this part was somewhat painful and crampy, like bad menstrual cramps, but that stopped quickly, either by passing the scope or the addition of more medication, I'm not sure which. All in all, it was a painless procedure, the meds worked perfectly, and I was awake and ready to leave as soon as they took out the IV. The bowel prep is BY FAR the worst thing about the colonoscopy. I'd do it again without hesitation. My bottom felt fine and I did not feel violated, which was surprising. | F | 43 | 1 times 6 mg 1X day | 4/8/2010 | 1 | I was getting tubes put in my ears | I had a paradoxical reaction. I remember the entire procedure, I felt the pain although it was slightly delayed. I was paranoid, violent, aggressive, severely emotional, and generally freaking out. I injured a nurse and my father. The strongest effects did not last longer than 24hours but I did have paranoia for days after. | I still have nightmares to this day and think about it regularly even though it was almost eight years ago. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder a year later. Bipolar disorder may have intensified negative reaction, but is unknown. | F | 22 | 1 days 1X day | 4/10/2010 | 5 | Endoscopy (EGD) | After waking up, I felt very heavy, and it was hard to walk. I continued to be very sleepy, and fell asleep very early. Other than that I felt fine, and felt completely normal the next day. The sheet I brought home said they gave me: Midazolem (Versed) 11 mg IV, Fentanyl 225 micrograms IV, Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) 50 mg IV. I believe the told me they would be giving me Darvocet as well, but it's not listed on the sheet they gave me. | I was told I wouldn't remember anything, and I didn't. They had me turn over on my side, and then all of the sudden I am laying in the bed on my back, and someone is asking me to open my eyes, because I was falling asleep. I was extremely tired afterward. They had me leave in a wheelchair, which was standard. By the time I got home I didn't feel so heavy, and could walk just fine by myself. | M | 28 | 1 days 11 1X day | 4/14/2010 | 4 | angiogram/cystoscopy/egg retrieval | Nausea, but ONLY from ORAL version. | I had INTRAVENOUS Versed for my angiogram and just today for my egg retrieval. THAT was GOOD STUFF. No memory whatsoever of the egg retrieval, and only sporadic but no unpleasant memories from the angiogram-- just drifted in and out. HOWEVER, I definitely do NOT recommend the oral stuff. Did not make me forget anything during my cystoscopy (basically a tiny camera going up your urinary tract). I talked to the nurse during the procedure and she told me I was not going to remember the conversation and I said I would, that the procedure was uncomfortable, and I WAS RIGHT!! If I knew who that nurse was, I would sure give her a piece of my mind if I saw her again. I threw up on the way back home. Boo! Would take again, but ONLY intravenously!!! | F | 39 | 1 days no idea 1X day | 4/18/2010 | 5 | Total relaxation from severe pre-op anxiety and a very easy general anaesthesia induction. | I have severe anxiety prior to surgery (I have had a lot), and no doctor had ever given me anything to relax me until my last surgery. I went from extremely anxious to completely calm and relaxed in 2 minutes. I remember everything until my anaesthsia was induced and did not have the nausea and vertigo that I would typically experience during induction with the same drugs. I went to sleep calm, happy and relaxed and woke up calm, happy and relaxed. I will be requesting this before any future surgery, guaranteed, as it just made the experience so much easier. | F | 27 | 1 days 1X day | 4/20/2010 | 1 | Pre-op | I was very groggy and hardly able to move. Very scary and they ignored my complaints. Was told it would feel like a beer or two but it was way too strong. | I felt clobbered by this drug. I don't think it is for the patient's benefit, but only the convenience of the staff. Boo! | M | 52 | 1 days 2mg 1X day | 4/27/2010 | 1 | liver transplant & other surgeries | Amnesia, change in personality, depression, completely different person now. | I was given versed many times over a 6-month period then additional times after that. I had no immediate reactions to the medication, however now I cannot remember much of anything prior to when I first started receiving the medication. I was told it would have an amnesia effect that I wouldn't remember the pain or any of the problems I was going through at the time, but no one told me or my family that it could possibly make me forget most of my life before that. I also am not the same person I was before I was given versed. I was never shy, quiet or a timid person, I am now. I would just warn anyone to please research any medication that anyone wants you to take. I wish I could rewind time and refuse that medication. I will not ever use it on me again. I personally would rather remember the pain and be able to remember the first 17 years of my life. | F | 33 | 1 days ? 1X day | 4/29/2010 | 5 | Colonoscopy | I felt fine. The nurse who attended me and administered the Versed into my IV was about 40 years old and was extremely hot. I was flirting with her and thought I was doing well. But as the medication began to take effect, she told me that she was married. That was the last thing that I remember. I have no recollection of the doctor inserting the scope into my azzzz although I did become aware of some discomfort toward the end of the procedure as the doctor pulled the scope out of my azzzz. | The colonoscopy procedure involves the introduction of air into the colon to expand it and allow the Dr. to maneuver the endoscope. In recovery, the nurse told me lay on my side so that I could comfortably fart the excess gas out of my colon. Versed has an amnesiac component that allowed me to fart and not even care if anybody could hear me. Versed is very useful for this purpose. | M | 56 | IDK 1X day | 6/1/2010 | 5 | Endoscopy and Colonoscopy | Dreamy, sleepy, and peaceful | I barely felt the IV going in took about 3 deep breaths, then nothing until they woke me up. It is 8 hours later. Still tired but think that is how it is supposed to be to keep me quiet. I told the nurse about all the comments on the web. We both agreed that all of us are different and that the effects of any drug could be different for each individual. She said from her perspective it was a wonderful drug for procedures such as these. Worked well for me! | F | 50 | Don't know 1X day | 6/2/2010 | 1 | colonoscopy | post-procedural insomnia, anxiety, frustration with partial memory of the procedure | Like several others, I wish I had read this blog before my procedure. I was not anxious about it and knew full well what it entailed (or so I thought). Looking back, I’m very disappointed by the lack of direct communication , especially about the nature of the sedation – i.e., Versed – and its effect(s). When they gave me the injection (IV), I was out a good bit, but I distinctly remember several things during the procedure. Those memories were and are very clear. Here is the substance of my (personal) complaint with versed, or any other drug of its kind. Had they explained the (even 'potential') effect of PARTIAL-amnesia, I would have requested the pain med only or neither, if they allowed it. I wish I could have watched the whole thing on the TV...it was quite fascinating. The real problems (for me) started a day or two later (see side effects). It's been a month now, and my wife and friends have noticed the effects and ask me what’s wrong. Almost nightly, my mind wrestles with trying to piece together the missing parts of that approximately 45-minute time span. I've never experienced anything like this in 57 years of life. It's quite disturbing. I won’t let it keep me from future colonoscopies, but I will definitely refuse Versed and explore the alternatives with my doctor(s) beforehand. I hope my reaction to the drug goes away soon...it sucks. Thanks to those of you that have posted honest comments...I've tried to be as candid | M | 57 | 1 times 5mg 1X day | 6/2/2010 | 1 | colonoscopy | Don't remember any of it but I apparently became extremely combative and was "acting like a teenager". They ended up giving me another anesthetic to get the job done. | I had had this once before for a liver biopsy and suspect I had the same reaction because I had soreness at the biopsy site for 6 months afterwards. Also when I woke up I was screaming in anger and depression and flinging my limbs around uncontrollably, sobbing and trying to pull off the wires, my hair, anything I could pull at...etc. And the doctors always act like no one else has this reaction... | F | 45 | 1 days 1X O | 6/3/2010 | 1 | dental procedure | No bad effects so far. I was awake and aware during surgery but felt very sleepy. I realize now that if I had kept my eyes open or figited during surgery he would have shot me up with more of that poison. | I discussed sedation with my oral surgeon and told him I did NOT want to be sedated. He insisted I take IV sedation during surgery but he NEVER told me what drug would be used and I should have been more persistent in my questions. He gave the line "you will be lightly sedated and awake". "You will be relaxed". I heard the typical lines you hear when they plan of injecting you with Versed. The nurse who put in the IV told me "he will give you something to relax you". My husband found out they had given me Versed when they called him to come and pick me up after surgery. The recovery room nurse told him when he pressured her. I, and my husband, are livid that I was given that drug without any counseling about its side affects or potential harm. | F | 50 | unknown 1X day | 6/7/2010 | 5 | colonoscopy | none | would love a regular supply, sign me up for another hit. judging from some of these other patient comments, sounds like there's a bunch of whining cry babies out there. this drug is great for any procedure. | M | 47 | 1 times 10mg 1X H | 6/11/2010 | 1 | Colonoscopy | Apparently, during procedure I became anxious and combative so they kept upping dose (to 8mg). I am tiny and drug sensitive. Didn't wake up for hours, and then was losing consciousness, groggy and nauseous for several days. (Would have continued except acupuncturist intervened as I was showing signs of severe drug overdose) | I had spoken to MD before procedure because I was small (95 lb) and extremely drug sensitive, so wanted to be sure to have minimal drug intervention. Had I not had an alternative practitioner who took strong procedures to detoxify my liver, I can't imagine how severe and long the after-effects of this drug overdose was. Apparently I had a "paradoxical" reaction. I spoke to doctor afterwards very upset having my instructions ignored (I even walked in with written reminder of instructions), but she claimed I had become combative and they had to knock me out. It didn't seem to register that the drug was creating this. I don't have memory of that entire week due to drug - this is second-hand. | F | 50 | 1 days 8mg 1X day | 6/12/2010 | 1 | My mother was on a respirator. | My mother was on a respirator because she had aspirated some milk she was drinking. The doctor wanted to calm her since she was awake and had two tubes in her throat. The medicine never did relieve her anxiety or her wanting to remove the tubes. The scarey event happened the next day after the removal of the tubes. My mother was absolutely sure that there were kittens in the ceiling and that there was a man who was feeding them! She was completely lucid about everything else, but the kittens! | One cat scan later, plus an EEG all showing normal, in 24 hours she was thinking clearly and "no kittens"! | F | 65 | 1 days unknown 1X day | 6/13/2010 | 5 | colonoscopy | no side effects | was given Versed in combination with Fentanyl. After they put the meds into my IV I knew nothing. Suddenly woke up in another room with my husband next to me. I assume I was asleep the whole time. I dont remember anything about the procedure. Would definatley take this combination again. | F | 58 | 1 days 6 mgs 1X day | 6/15/2010 |