Flumazenil

Flumazenil is a medication used primarily as an antidote to reverse the effects of benzodiazepine overdose, which are sedative medications often prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, or seizures. When someone has taken too much of these drugs, Flumazenil can help restore normal breathing and consciousness by blocking the action of benzodiazepines on the brain. It is administered in a hospital setting under medical supervision due to potential side effects and the risk of seizures in certain patients. Flumazenil is not used for routine treatment and is typically reserved for emergency situations.