How does Diprivan (Propofol) work:

Diprivan (Propofol) is a general anesthetic used during medical procedures such as surgeries or painful testing. When administered in small doses it numbs feeling in the area administered to. When administered in larger quantities it puts a patient to sleep so they are unable to feel any pain or discomfort from medicine procedures.

Dosage & Administration:

Diprivan is administered by a healthcare professional in a health centre or hospital. It is usually administered by injection, shortly before a medical procedure.

Side Effects:

• dizziness
• drowsiness
• mood changes
• fainting
• wheezing
• coughing
• swelling
• redness
• pain
• swelling
• difficulty breathing
• skin rashes
• hives

Precautions:

Diprivan is generally not suitable for elderly patients, or patients under the age of 3 years old.

Avoid driving or participating in any activities which require a high level of concentration. Patients given this medication often report dizziness, weakness, and loss of coordination for some time after administration.

Before Diprivan is administered you should always inform your physician if you:

• suffer from any allergies
• take any vitamins, supplements, or herbal products
• take any drugs, including prescribed, non-prescribed medicine, an recreational drugs
• smoke or consume alcohol
• are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to conceive a child
• have any existing health conditions, illnesses, or disorders