Doses of sedation required for gastrointestinal endoscopy in our unit
| Procedure | Midazolam (median, range) | Pethidine (median, range) |
|---|---|---|
| UGIE | 0.5 mg/kg (0.02–0.75 mg/kg) | 1.5 mg/kg (0–2 mg/kg) |
| Colonoscopy | 0.3 mg/kg (0–0.6 mg/kg) | 1.5 mg/kg (0–2.5 mg/kg) |
| UGIE plus colonoscopy | 0.3 mg/kg (0–0.6 mg/kg) | 0.5 mg/kg (0–2.5 mg/kg) |
UGIE = upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.