Propofol Pharmacology

Propofol

About Propofol
A short-acting, intravenous hypnotic, General Anesthetia(Intravenous induction agent).
Mechanism of Action of Propofol
It excites inhibitory and inhibits excitatory synapsis by binding ligand-gated ion channels specially post-synaptic GABA receptors. It cause CNS depression and calcium channel mediated cardiac depression.
Pharmacokinets of Propofol
Distribution - It is rapidly and extensively distributed in the body. It crosses the blood-brain barrier quickly, and its short duration of action is due to rapid redistribution from the CNS to other tissues.95 to 99% bound to the plasma proteins.
Metabolism- It undergo hepatic glucoronidation to inactive metabolites.
Excretion - Excreted through urine.
Onset of Action for Propofol
< 1 minute
Duration of Action for Propofol
6-10 minutes
Half Life of Propofol
3 to 12 hours
Side Effects of Propofol
1. Twitching or jerking
2. Clonic movements
3. Hypotension
4. Asystole (rare)
5. Pain on injection
6. Post-operative nausea / vomiting
7. Hiccup
8. Ophthalmoplegia
9. Rash
10. Anaphylaxis
Contra-indications of Propofol
1. Hypersensitivity to drug or any other ingredients of it
2. Obstetrical procedures
3. Increased intracranial pressure
Special Precautions while taking Propofol
1. Hypovolaemia
2. Epilepsy
3. Dyslipidaemia
4. Increased intracranial pressure
5. ECT
6. Concurrent medication
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Propofol
1. Induction/maintenance of anesthesia
2. Conscious sedation
Interactions for Propofol
Opioids, muscle relaxants / neuromuscular blockers: Increased anaesthesia, increased respiratory depression (opioids), increased neuromuscular blockade.
Midazolam, thiopental, fentanyl: Increased hypnosis.
Nitrous oxide, halothane, isoflurane: Decrease dose.
Typical Dosage for Propofol
Intravenous-
Adult-
Induction- 2 - 2.5 mg/kg q 10 seconds until induction onset.
Maintenance dose: Infusion- 100-200 mcg/kg/min.
Conscious Sedation- 5 mcg /kg /min for at least 5 minutes.
It may increase by 5-10 mcg/kg/min every 5-10 minutes until desired level of sedation achieved.
Pediatric-
Induction
Over 3 years: 2.5 - 3.5 mg/kg over 20 seconds.
Maintenance dose:Infusion: over 3 years: 125 - 300 mcg /kg /min.

Schedule of Propofol
N/A
Storage Requirements for Propofol
N/A
Effects of Missed Dosage of Propofol
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Propofol
Give symptomatic and supportive treatment. Supportive treatment include artificial respiration, administration of fluid, pressor agents, and anticholinergic as indicated.

Home Delivery for Propofol in Your City

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