Propofol 1% Infusion

Let us guide you through the essential information about Propofol 1% Infusion. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Propofol 1% Infusion.

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Salt Combination: Propofol (1%)
Brand: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Uses: General Anaesthesia

Description

Propofol 1% Infusion is a general anesthetic
It is used in major surgical procedures
It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress
This injection is used in a hospital setting only
Propofol 1% Infusion causes loss of consciousness which is reversible
It is administered under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse
U=You should not self-administer this medicine at home.
The most common side effects include headache, vomiting, and nausea
This Propofol 1% Infusion is safe to use in pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers, patients of liver and kidney disease
Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any known allergy to this medicine before the start of the procedure.
It is not advised to consume alcohol after you have been administered
Driving should not be done as this medicine may cause sleepiness and may impair your ability to think or react
It is also advised not to operate machinery because of these effects.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Propofol 1% Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Propofol 1% Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Propofol 1% Infusion is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Propofol 1% Infusion is recommended.^However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Use of Propofol 1% Infusion can cause green discoloration of urine.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Propofol 1% Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Propofol 1% Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Propofol 1% Infusion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Propofol 1% Infusion.
Drug Action:	General Anesthetics
Therapeutic class:	PAIN ANALGESICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Hypnotic alkylphenol derivative