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Profol Injection , a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of General Anesthesia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Profol Injection . Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Profol Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Profol Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Profol Injection 's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Profol Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Profol Injection related warnings section.
Profol Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Profol Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Profol Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Profol Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Profol Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Profol Injection safe for pregnant women?
Profol rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Profol Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Profol does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Profol Injection on the Kidneys?
Profol is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Profol Injection on the Liver?
Using Profol does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Profol Injection on the Heart?
Profol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Profol Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Profol Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Profol Injection habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Profol Injection . Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Profol Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Profol Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Profol Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Profol Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Profol Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Profol Injection
Consuming Profol Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprivan® (propofol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 382-383