Midazolam Injectable
Midazolam is a compounded formulation containing Midazolam, prepared by Mixlab for veterinary use. Available by prescription.
Giving your pet an injection might feel intimidating at first, but with practice, it becomes routine. Follow these steps for safe and stress-free injections.
Get Your Supplies Ready
- Medication vial or pre-filled syringe
- Alcohol swabs
- Sterile syringe & needle (if not pre-filled)
- Sharps container for safe needle disposal
Drawing Up the Dose (if needed)
- Clean the vial top with an alcohol swab
- Attach needle to syringe
- Pull in air equal to the dose
- Insert needle into vial, push air in
- Draw out the correct dose
- Tap out air bubbles
Pick the Injection Site
- Subcutaneous (under the skin): Loose skin between shoulder blades or side
- Intramuscular (into muscle): As directed by your vet
Prep the Area
- Pinch a fold of skin to form a “tent” (for subcutaneous). Wipe with alcohol if recommended.
Inject the Medication
- Hold the syringe like a pencil
- Insert the needle into the base of the skin tent at a 45° angle
- Push the plunger slowly to inject
After the Injection
- Remove the needle smoothly
- Place it immediately in the sharps container (don’t recap)
- Pat the area and give your pet praise or a treat
Safety Tips
- Never reuse needles
- Always dispose of used needles properly
- Ask your vet for help if unsure
The uses and pharmacology described below reflect the FDA-approved labeling for this active ingredient; your veterinarian determines whether and how they apply to your animal's treatment plan.
Midazolam hydrochloride is a short-acting benzodiazepine utilized in veterinary medicine for its anxiolytic, sedative and anticonvulsant properties. It is a prescription medication and a Schedule IV controlled substance available for use in multiple species, requiring professional guidance and administration by a licensed veterinarian. It is frequently considered in the context of emergency care or as a pre-anesthetic sedative.
Prescription only. Use only under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. This information is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, prescribing or monitoring. Compounded drugs are not approved by the FDA for safety or effectiveness.
At a pharmacological level, it is considered to influence the central nervous system by enhancing the inhibitory effects of GABA. Commonly observed effects include behavioral shifts such as sedation, muscle relaxation or temporary coordination changes. Because it is processed by the liver, your veterinarian will monitor for observational signs of sensitivity, particularly in pets with known hepatic impairment. Owners should monitor for unusual behavioral shifts during the recovery period and contact their veterinarian promptly. Your veterinarian will perform continuous clinical assessment during professional administration.
Yes. Midazolam is a prescription controlled substance and can only be obtained or administered under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. Mixlab verifies all legal authorizations.
Yes. While midazolam is available in commercial injectable formats, Mixlab can compound it into specialized strengths or vehicles—such as intranasal or oral formats—based on a valid veterinarian's prescription.
Veterinarians discuss midazolam for acute seizure events because it is considered to influence the brain's electrical activity quickly. This provides a method for addressing active seizures in an emergency setting.
Sedation and muscle relaxation are primary commonly observed effects. Your veterinarian will provide guidance on what level of lethargy is expected during the recovery from administration.
Your veterinarian will evaluate your pet's health history and hepatic function before authorizing midazolam. They will determine the most appropriate clinical approach for your pet's age and health status.
