Propofol Injection Benefits & Uses

Propofol Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

General Anesthesia

Propofol Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Propofol Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Propofol Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Propofol.

Mild
Is the use of Propofol Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Propofol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Propofol Injection on the Kidneys?

Propofol does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Propofol Injection on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Propofol on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Propofol Injection on the Heart?

Propofol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Propofol Injection with Other Drugs

Propofol Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Propofol Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Propofol Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Burns
Brain Tumour
Asthma
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Propofol Injection

Is this Propofol Injection habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Propofol Injection. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Propofol Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Propofol Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Propofol Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Propofol Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Propofol Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Propofol Injection

Taking Propofol Injection with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Propofol Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Propofol Injection as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprivan® (propofol)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 382-383

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