Droperidol
- Generic Name
- Droperidol
- Brand Names
- Inapsine
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C22H22FN3O2
- CAS Number
- 548-73-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- O9U0F09D5X
- Background
A butyrophenone with general properties similar to those of haloperidol. It is used in conjunction with an opioid analgesic such as fentanyl to maintain the patient in a calm state of neuroleptanalgesia with indifference to surroundings but still able to cooperate with the surgeon. It is also used as a premedicant, as an antiemetic, and for the control of ag...
- Indication
Droperidol is used to produce tranquilization and to reduce the incidence of nausea and vomiting in surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Associated Conditions
- Agitation, Delirium, Nausea and vomiting
- Associated Therapies
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