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During a nine-month period we have treated 46 patients with status epilepticus with intravenous application of diazepam or midazolam. The initial doze od diazepam was 10 mg (rate: 2-5 mg/min) and of midazolam 15 mg (rate: 5 mg/min). Diazepam was effective in 26 and ineffective in 15 patients. ⋯ All patients with apnea or respiratory depression received higher doses of both drugs at the higher rates than the others. We conclude that the efficacy of the therapy is moderate while the frequency of serious complications is high. In status epilepticus, where the life of patient is in danger, drugs with such activity are of limited value.