Propofol
- Generic Name
- Propofol
- Brand Names
- Diprivan
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H18O
- CAS Number
- 2078-54-8
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- YI7VU623SF
- Background
Propofol is an intravenous anaesthetic agent used for induction and maintenance of general anaesthesia. IV administration of propfol is used to induce unconsciousness after which anaesthesia may be maintained using a combination of medications. Recovery from propofol-induced anaesthesia is generally rapid and associated with less frequent side effects (e.g. ...
- Indication
Used for induction and/or maintenance of anaesthesia and for management of refractory status epilepticus.
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Induction of anesthesia therapy, Maintenance of anesthesia therapy, Monitored anesthesia care sedation, Sedative therapy
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