Profol
Profol Products are primarily used for
General Anaesthesia
About Profol Products
Profol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Profol are Apnea (absence of breathing), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Hypotension (low blood pressure).
How Profol Products work
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.
Patient Concerns about Profol Products
Frequently asked questions about Profol Products
Frequently asked questions about Propofol
Q. What is Profol 1% Infusion used for?
Profol 1% Infusion is an anesthetic medicine used to help you relax, become sleepy, or go to sleep before and during a medical procedure or surgery. It can be used to start general anesthesia or to keep you sedated and comfortable for shorter procedures.<br>
Q. Who will be giving me Profol 1% Infusion?
Profol 1% Infusion will only be given by, or under the direct supervision of, a doctor, or other professionals trained in administering anesthesia, such as an anesthesiologist, or a critical care specialist. They will continuously monitor you throughout the entire process.<br>
Q. How quickly does Profol 1% Infusion work?
Profol 1% Infusion works very quickly, usually making you feel its effects within about 40 seconds of the injection starting. This rapid onset is why it is commonly used to begin anesthesia.<br>
Q. How long will I be asleep from Profol 1% Infusion?
The duration of action from a single Profol 1% Infusion dose is quite short, typically lasting for about 10 to 20 minutes. For longer procedures, it will be given as a continuous infusion to maintain the level of sedation or anesthesia needed.<br>
Q. Will I remember anything from the procedure after being sedated with Profol 1% Infusion?
It is very unlikely that you will remember the surgery or procedure. One of the effects of Profol 1% Infusion is amnesia, which means you will not form memories during the time the medicine is active.<br>
Q. Is the dose of Profol 1% Infusion the same for everyone?
No. The Profol 1% Infusion dose is highly individualized. The anesthesiologist will carefully calculate the right amount for you based on your age, weight, medical condition, and the type of procedure you are having.<br>
Q. Will I feel any pain when Profol 1% Infusion is given?
Some people experience a brief stinging or burning sensation at the IV site when Profol 1% Infusion is first injected. Your anesthesiologist may use techniques to minimize this discomfort, such as giving it through a larger vein or mixing it with a local anesthetic.<br>