Propofol Flashcards
1
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Brand name
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Diprivan, Propoven
2
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Class
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Intravenous sedative-hypnotic agent for use in the induction and maintenance of anesthesia or sedation.
3
Q
Adult Dose
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Loading dose: 0.5-5 mg/kg
Maintenance infusion: 2-10 mg/kg/hr
4
Q
Pediatric dose
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N/A
5
Q
Action
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Thought to produce its sedative/anesthetic effects by the positive modulation of the inhibitory function of the neurotransmitter GABAa through the liand-gated GABA receptors.
6
Q
Indication
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IV sedative-hypnotic agent
7
Q
Contraindication
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Hypersensitivity
8
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Side Effects
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Bradycardia, Hypotension, Hypertension, Decreased cardiac output.
