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Propofol is mainly used as an induction agent in general anesthesia and would not be used for local anesthesia.

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What drugs can you use instead of propofol?

Propofol is NOT a drug! It's anesthesia used in hospital operating rooms.


Is propofol naturally made in the human body?

Propofol is not a naturally occurring substance in the human body.


Can propofol be used at home?

Propofol is primarily used via IV, either through an IV line or as a direct injection into the vein. Propofol is only indicated for hospital use. Two medical professionals are required to be present during administration, one to give the drug and the other to monitor vital signs which can fluctuate greatly. Propofol is a HIGHLY dangerous drug and cause severe side effects including death.


What is a sentence using the word propofol?

My mom keeps telling me to use propofol.


Where was anethesia invented?

Somewhere in the east


Is propofol a benzodiazepine?

NO


Can a registered nurse administer propofol?

No, propofol is only administered in operating rooms by trained anesthesiologists.


What is the reaction of the body to taking Propofol orally?

Propofol is a liquid, NOT a tablet. It can only be administered intravenously.


What is propofol used for?

Propofol is used in general anesthesia, sedation and intensive care units.Source: http://www.lifelinetomodernmedicine.com/ArticlePage.aspx?ID=c6c83d4c-438c-41ff-a0a5-ca93bc365929&LandingID=fc6eb1da-98e4-43c7-bb9f-09c17e2a005d


Who invented Propofol?

a chemist


Is profonol an opiate?

No, profonol is not an opiate. It is a brand name for propofol, which is a short-acting sedative-hypnotic agent commonly used for anesthesia and sedation. Unlike opiates, which are derived from opium and primarily serve as pain relievers, propofol is primarily used for inducing and maintaining anesthesia.


What is proprofol?

Propofol (Diprivan) is used to induce or maintain anesthesia during certain surgeries, tests, or procedures.