What is Diprivan? Uses, warnings & side effects
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Diprivan overview
BRAND NAMES:
Diprivan, Diprivan Novaplus, Fresenius Propoven, PremierPro Rx Diprivan, Propofol Novaplus
Generic Names:
Propofol
Uses:
Helps you relax or sleep before and during surgery or other medical procedures. This medicine is an anesthetic and a sedative.
Therapeutic Classes:
Sedative-Hypnotic
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Diprivan used for?
Propofol is a prescription-only anesthetic that is used to relax a patient before and during a medical procedure. Propofol works by sedating the patient to reduce stress about their surroundings. Patients above the ages of three years old are prescribed Propofol to cause and maintain sleep during general anesthesia.
What form(s) does Diprivan come in?
Injectable
What are common Diprivan dosages?
Vial 20ML of 200MG/20ML
Diprivan images - What does Diprivan look like?
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How to take Diprivan
You will receive this medicine in a hospital or surgery center. Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
What to do if you miss a dose of Diprivan
Diprivan contraindications - Who shouldn't take Diprivan?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to propofol, eggs, egg products, soybeans, or soy products.
Diprivan warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, pancreatitis, or high cholesterol. Tell your doctor if you have a history of head injury, stroke, or seizures (including epilepsy).
This medicine may cause the following problems:Low blood pressureLung or breathing problemsHeart or blood vessel problems
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches.
Lightheadedness or fainting (after you awake from surgery).
Lower back or side pain.
Muscle pain, tightness, or weakness.
Pain or fullness in your upper stomach.
Seizures.
Shortness of breath, cold sweat, and bluish-colored skin.
Slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Diprivan interactions & what to avoid when taking Diprivan
Some medicines can affect how propofol works. Tell your doctor if you are using valproate.
Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.
This medicine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; swelling of the face, tongue, and throat; trouble breathing; or chest pain after you get the injection.
Diprivan side effects - How does Diprivan make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Confusion, weakness, or numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
Muscle pain, tightness, or weakness
Slow, fast, or uneven heartbeat, cold sweat, bluish-colored skin
Pain or fullness in your upper stomach
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, body aches
Lower back or side pain
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Seizures
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
Slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat.
Less Serious Side Effects
Skin rash or itching.
Mild nausea or vomiting
Pain, burning, stinging, swelling, blistering, or skin changes where the needle is placed
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