Dr Iwadh- Anaes OT Flashcards by Chandrakumar B. | Brainscape

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How does Propofol cause sedation?(3)

A

Propofol acts on GABAa Receptor in the brain
Causing hyperpolarisation of GABAa receptor
via influx of Cl- ion

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Effects of Propofol(3)

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Sedation
Respiratory depression
Hypotension

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