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Saturday, 25 June 2016

Propofol


  • Class: Alkylphenol derivative (2,6 - di isopropyl phenol)
  • Action: It is a short acting hypnotic unrelated to other general anesthetic agents. Its mechanism of action is not well understood.
  • Indications: General anaesthesia
  • Dosage:               IV
                Dog: 5-6 mg/kg as bolus injection followed by continuous drip to effect