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?

Propofol has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Propofol Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Propofol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

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

Using Propofol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

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

Propofol does not damage the liver.

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

Propofol is rarely harmful for 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?

Yes, Propofol Injection cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Propofol Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Propofol Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Propofol Injection for 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

Taking Propofol Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

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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