Propofol

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta

Last updated 04 Oct 2022 | 11:00 AM (UTC)

Propofol Uses

Propofol is used for general Anaesthesia.

How Propofol works

Propofol is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

Common side effects of Propofol

Apnea (absence of breathing), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Hypotension (low blood pressure)

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Medicine brands for Propofol

Hyprovan

Celon Laboratories Ltd

₹158 to ₹158

1 variant(s)

Propofol

Neon Laboratories Ltd

₹396 to ₹396

1 variant(s)

Propotop

Hetero Healthcare Limited

₹98 to ₹98

1 variant(s)

Pofol

Meddroid Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹175 to ₹175

1 variant(s)

Mct Rof

Neon Laboratories Ltd

₹79 to ₹79

1 variant(s)

Esponol

Celon Laboratories Ltd

₹161 to ₹161

1 variant(s)

Propotec

Oscar Remedies Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Propofol

Propofol helps induce unconsciousness (sleep) so that surgical operations or other procedures can be performed.
It is given to you as an injection by your doctor.
After use, you may still feel sleepy for some time. Do not drive or do anything that requires focus until you are sure the effects have subsided.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.