Sedation for Medical Procedures, Scans & Dental Appointments Policy
Page last reviewed: 29 November 2023
Page created: 29 November 2023
Page created: 29 November 2023
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Kearsley Medical Centre does not prescribe sedatives such as Diazepam for medical procedures, scans or dental appointments. This is a practice policy which has been updated following available guidance and agreed by all GP partners. It is adhered to by all prescribers in the practice. This is due to a number of reasons, which are outlined below:
We understand that hospital procedures, scans and dental appointments can make you feel frightened, anxious or claustrophobic but unfortunately, for the reasons outlined above, the responsibility to provide sedation does not lie with the GP. Please contact the department who requested the medical procedure or scan, the Radiology department or your dentist to discuss your options.