Monday, October 3, 2011

What is Propofol?



Propofol is a drug that reduces anxiety and tension, and promotes relaxation and sleep or loss of consciousness. Propofol provides loss of awareness for short diagnostic tests and surgical procedures, sleep at the beginning of surgery, and supplements other types of general anesthetics.
What should my health care professional know before I receive propofol?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
arrhythmia (rapid, slow, or irregular heart beat)
blood vessel disease
head injury
heart disease
high cholesterol
pancreatitis
seizures (convulsions)
an unusual or allergic reaction to propofol, anesthetics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use propofol?

Propofol is for injection into a vein. It is given by trained anesthesia professionals in a controlled environment.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

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