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Side effect(s) of Flumazenil


Review the side-effects of Flumazenil as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Most frequent
- Dizziness, injection site pain, increased sweating, headache and abnormal or blurred vision.

  Body as a Whole
- Fatigue, weakness, uneasiness and injection site pain.

  Heart
- Dilation of blood vessels, flushing, palpitations and hot flushes.

  Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting and dry mouth.

  Central Nervous System
- Agitation, anxiety, nervousness, tremor, sleeplessness, and emotional lability.

  Respiratory
- Difficulty in breathing.

Other Precautions :

Avoid alcohol consumption.

Drug Name : Flumazenil

Flumazenil(Anexate) generic is a benzodiazepine antagonist, prescribed for reversing drowsiness, sedation and other effects caused by benzodiazepine. It is also used for hepatic encephalopathy (confusion, altered level of consciousness and coma as a result of liver failure).


Trade Names for Flumazenil

International :


Anexate,Lanexat, Mazicon, Romazicon
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