Flumazenil is primarily used in medical settings to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines. It is commonly administered in cases of benzodiazepine overdose or to counteract sedation after medical procedures where benzodiazepines were used as anesthetics. Additionally, it is employed in diagnostic settings to help determine if a patient’s symptoms are due to benzodiazepine intoxication. Flumazenil is also used in emergency situations to rapidly awaken patients who have been sedated with benzodiazepines, allowing for quicker recovery and assessment. It is particularly valuable in intensive care units and emergency departments for managing benzodiazepine-induced respiratory depression or coma. However, it should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures or at risk of seizures, as it may precipitate seizure activity.