VERSED Reviews (MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE)Average Rating: 2.7 (1094 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare VERSED with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR VERSED | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 1 | relaxation before surgery | heart pain, shortness of breath | length of time taking versed 20 seconds | F | 70 | | 8/10/2009 | 5 | Surgery to remove bladder tumors | The only reason I came to this site was to see if others enjoyed Versed as much as I have. In the past 12 months I've has to undergo 2 surgeries to remove cancerous tumors from my bladder. The procedures have been made not only bearable, but almost enjoyable as a result of the Versed. Don't get me wrong -I was highly anxious being led into the O.R. full of lights, monitors, instruments, medical staff, and asked to lay down on the operating table...but about 2 minutes after being administered Versed, I was holding my arms out and saying "come'ere" to the staff for a hug. I played around with some drugs as a youth, but never felt so relaxed, happy, even "loving" as I did from Versed. I had the same experience for both surgeries, I LOVED the drug. In both cases I was given a spinal tap to numb me from the waist down, so I was never unconscious. I remember small snippets of the surgeries, I was happy throughout and came out of it in a good mood, joking with my friends a | M | 53 | 1 days | 7/30/2009 | 5 | Cervical epidural injections | None whatsoever. | I get 2-3 cortisone injections a year in my neck to alleviate pain caused by two bulging dics and bone spurs. I always get versed and nothing but versed. I understand there can be side affects with this drug as with any drug. I have never experienced any adverse reactions. As a matter of fact, when I had a few moles removed recently I specifically asked for versed and got it. When I recovered from surgery I found my wife at my side and I was surprised at how well I felt. I don't want anyone to think I am pushing this drug but it works for me as it was designed to do. I think it is the best drug to come along since penicillin. | M | 48 | 2 years | 7/19/2009 | 1 | For angiogram | I was wide awake and talking to dr so he had them give me another "hit" still wide awake so he had them do a third "hit". I told him I think I am having the opposite effect and he asked me would I believe him if he said that it wouldn't hurt. I did and it didn't. Now before any procedure I tell them it has opposite effect a couple of drs. didn't believe me and then quickly after using it used something else; Now I insist that it not be used and didn't give a damn if I needed to be relaxed prior to a surgery. They are listening to me probably because I said I would leave if they even considered using it. | Not for everyone and drs. need to do a "test" prior to prsuming it is the same for all. | F | 67 | 1 days | 7/19/2009 | 1 | tonsillectomy | My eight year old son was given Versed in preparation for his tonsillectomy and, after an initial period of confusion and slurred speech, became extremely agitated and violent. At first he started punching himself and then was lashing out at both me and his father and attempting to get off the gurney. We had to restrain him and we had to call in a nurse to help us keep him down as well. He was extremely angry, and began yelling at both of us as well. He eventually broke down crying, which is how, unfortunately, we had to leave him as they rolled him away on the gurney. It was, overall, a very traumatic experience for the whole family. | The ENT performing the surgery then came in and told us that he was having an adverse reaction to the drug and instructed me to inform his primary pediatrician of this reaction and to ensure that this was never given to him again. He told me that this was very uncommon, but that it did happen. | M | 8 | 1 days | 7/17/2009 | 1 | DNC | Like the colonoscopy person from 7/13, it was like a chemical straight jacket. I was AWARE, but I could not do anything about it. | They are sneaky and dishonest about it. I had no idea what was about to hit me and I had to PRY just to get the name of the drug. As stated elsewhere, they should dump the Versed and use real pain killers. | F | 34 | 1 days | 7/16/2009 | 5 | Colonoscopy | I had no side effects. | My physician explained everything about the drug used including it's amnesia effect. I remember the procedure and could feel the pressure. I feel I was very well informed. | F | 55 | 1 days | 7/14/2009 | 1 | Colonoscopy | I was awake but totally paralyzed. I felt every move, every turn, I tried fruitlessly to scream out for help and demand some pain meds. It was the worst experience of my entire life. Like being in an Iron Maiden...Whoever approved this drug for use on people should be shot!! | A great way to torture someone and have them unable to do or say anything about it. They say that this takes away bad memories of any pain...why not give the patient pain meds and skip the Versed. DO NOT LET ANYONE GIVE YOU THIS CRAP....You'll regret it for the rest of your life!! | M | 52 | 1 days | 7/13/2009 | 5 | Colonoscopy | I don't know for a fact that the anesthetic used on me was Versed. I only assume so because a friend had a similar procedure done at the same hospital and said it was used on him. | The plus side: After receiving the IV, I was out in seconds. I remember absolutely nothing of the procedure, and woke up in the recovery room fairly alert. Actually - I was delighted and amazed at how easy the entire procedure was. The only complaint I might have is that IF they used Versed on me, I would like to have been informed of its possible side effects. And honestly, it's a little disconcerting to think that I may have been awake and able to talk during the procedure and not be able to remember a thing about it. Think about it: 2 nurses and a doctor in a closed room with a drugged patient who won't remember the procedure. It's the 578th procedure they've done and it's beyond routine. Even the most professional staff might be tempted to have a little fun and ask a few very personal questions for a laugh. Sure, it smacks of paranoia, but it's something to consider. | M | 54 | 1 times | 7/11/2009 | 1 | Pediatric VCUG | Our 4 year old daughter- Received through IV to sedate her when having a catheter inserted. became anxious, combative, agitated & angry. Dr. thought it wasn't enough so gave her an additonal dose of Ativan. Still had same effect. Four people had to hold her down to put in catheter. 6-8 hours after still hallucinating, unable to sleep, difficult to calm down, anxious, agitated, angry and scared. 12 hours later- still moody, confused, but able to answer questions. Even 36 hours later - dizzy, manic episodes (crying uncontrollably), hostile, bossing people around, confused, anxious. It was horrible to watch and very concerning! | First 12 hours, Drs. kept saying it was normal & she was fine. Upond being discharged fromt the hospital, we realized that she was far from normal. All Drs we consulted with in Pediatrics and ER said there was no way that the sedatives were still in her system 36 hours later. Yet she was still exhibiting scary mood altering behaviors. They put her through a spinal tap & CT scan to rule out other issues and all came back negative (she successfully received propofol for those procedures). Drs. then realized she had a paradoxical (or adverse) reaction to the Versed and should have NEVER have been given the additional dose of Ativan. Supposedly there is something to reverse the adverse reaction, but by the time the pediatric dr. reserached it, it was too late to give. We were at a well known children's hospital & they said they have never seen such a reaction. By 48 hours the symptoms seem to have disappeared, but am hoping we don't see any long term effects. Given, this horrible reaction, no one in our family will ever be allowed to receive Versed or Ativan again. | F | 4 | 1 times | 7/10/2009 | 5 | Spinal Cortisone Injections | Worked like a charm, but after I woke up and was released I refused to allow my wife to drive me home and took my own car. I evidently stopped at a store and bought some items and then continued home. My wife said I seemed completly lucid and in full control of my faculties, but today (1 day after my injections) I don't remember any of the events. I don't remember buying the items or the drive home. I've advised my wife to refuse to believe anything I say after my next set of injections. | It's a great drug and I'm very pleased with the quick effect and not having to be put completely out for my procedure. | M | 48 | 1 days | 7/8/2009 | 1 | colonoscopy | PTSD symptoms, lasting for months post-procedure, never experienced before in my life | To the woman who has "worked for 4 gastro doctors, " and had several procedures with Versed with "absolutely no problems at all," it is YOU who obviously doesn't "have a clue" how a bad Versed experience can affect someone ! I don't discredit your experience, please do not discredit mine. For me personally, it was hell, both due the drug itself & the sneaky way it was administered to me. Something is wrong with a drug that (most) doctors deliberately do not explain to patients. I pray for the day when "informed consent" is a reality, and not a meaningless cruel joke. If your attitude represents how medical "professionals" view those of us who have had nightmare experiences with Versed, I may never have a surgery or procedure again. | F | | 7/7/2009 | 5 | colonoscopy/egd | I have had 6 colonoscopies and have had versed every time, and absolutely no problems at all... | The 50 yr old man who commented on the "6-1-09" guy who was 20 or 25...there are many reasons for a young man to have such a procedure...matter of fact, children sometimes have to be scoped, as well...that's why there are Pediatric Gastroenterologists!! I worked for 4 gastro doctors for over 10 yrs...and you sir, don't have a clue of what you are talking about!! While I agree, that there are, some very "creative" writers, giving their "opnions & stories"...perhaps they should consider having a career writing fiction stories...some people do tend to embellish on the truth and some people, don't know of which they speak, such as yourself... | F | 56 | 1 days | 7/6/2009 | 5 | colonoscopy & once for hand surgery | none | I had no adverse reactions whatsoever, Versed worked very well for me. That is not to say it will work for everyone or that it will work well. We are all different. It is not fair to criticize the drug or say it is terrible when it is not that way for all. I had good effects but some may not. | F | 62 | 1 days | 7/3/2009 | 5 | colonoscopy | Loss of memory | This was awesome although I was sad that the "cocktail" of Demerol and Versed did not allow me to view the procedure (nearly 6 years ago when I was 40 and experienced diverticulitis). My doctor advised me in advance that I may not remember conversations I had during and for hours after the procedure - he was correct. Luckily my wife reminded me of conversations I held immediately after the procedure and recovery. I know it sure helped me forget any pain I may have experienced. | M | 46 | 1 times | 7/3/2009 | 5 | many proceedures over five years | no side effects whatsoever | for me, it's the greatest drug for relieving anxiety associated with surgery, mri's, etc...if this ever were sold on the street...wow....high potential for abuse | M | 65 | 6 times | 7/3/2009 | 4 | colonoscopy and oral surgery | Had 5 colonoscopies, no side effects from Versed except once I woke up too soon, while they were still probing. No problems during or after oral surgery. | Groggy for a few hours after the procedures, but no loss of memory, nausea, chills, etc. I felt fine about 12 to 24 hours after the procedures. | F | 64 | 6 times | 7/1/2009 | 1 | Endoscopy and colonoscpy | Feelings not all is well. Unexplained bruises. Insomnia and an what can best be termed a scary partial recall of a less than smooth procedure. | I just had the procedure yesterday so I do not know how long the Insomnia will last but I'm terrified of sleeping. Just as I drift off I begin seeing and feeling events during the procedure. The memories seem to primarily concern the endoscopy. I am very upset this possibility was not discussed with me. | M | 49 | 1 days | 6/27/2009 | 4 | colonoscopy | I was given versed and fentanol.It took me longer than most to wake fully after the procedure. I just wanted to sleep even though I realized where I was. I heard the nurse tell my husband that I was awake at times during the procedure. I do remember seeing the screen at the beginning and I think I said,"My colon isn't as pretty as Katie Couric's"! I have a vague memory of turning toward the doctor to say something like, "Hey, what's going on?" or "I feel something," and then he instructed the nurse to give more meds.I experienced no other problems and don't recall any discomfort. | My experience was certainly acceptable, but I would have like to have received a better explanation of how the drug actually works. The doc did ask just before he started if I had any questions, but since it was my first c-scope, I didn't know to ask about the details of versed.I will next time.Procedure is important. My husband didn't get one until he saw blood. A large irritated polyp was discovered and removed.Then I scheduled mine. Just talk things over with doc carefully before. | F | 55 | | 6/26/2009 | 5 | Dislocated shoulder | Temporary memory loss - similar effects as a truth serum. | It was like a conscious sedation. The doctor gave me double the dose of morphine that they would normally use to subside the pain, but it wasn't working at all. After the versed was injected into me, a few short moments afterward my body (shoulder included) began relaxing and I drifted off into a seemingly sleep (but was still awake to the world). I didn't remember anything after wards until I awoke back up. I was told that I seemed to be awake and carried on a conversation and spoke very truthfully about anything asked (I was a little worried!) Bottom line was my conscious pain went away and they were able to set my shoulder = me happy :) | M | 18 | 1 times | 6/24/2009 |