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How long does twilight sedation take to kick in?

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For intravenous (IV) twilight sedation, many patients report feeling the effects *immediately* after the medication is injected into a vein. The rapid onset of IV-administered medication is a key benefit of this type of conscious sedation, making the patient feel calm, relaxed, and drowsy almost instantly.