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Propofol – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: PROPOFOL

Strength: 10 mg/ml | Form: Emulsion For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 134.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Propofol

Class: | Anesthetic agent, sedative-hypnotic Use: | Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia; sedation for mechanically ventilated adults and procedural sedation Adult dose: | Induction: 1-2.5 mg/kg IV; Maintenance: 4-12 mg/kg/hr IV; Sedation: 25-75 mcg/kg/min IV Pediatric dose: | Induction: 2.5-3.5 mg/kg IV; Maintenance: 125-300 mcg/kg/min IV (for children > 3 years) Side effects: | Hypotension, respiratory depression, pain at injection site, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting

Drug Class

Anesthetic agent, sedative-hypnotic

Uses & Indications

Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia; sedation for mechanically ventilated adults and procedural sedation

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from light; discard unused portions within 6 hours after opening

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH, GERMANY

Package Size

20ml Ampoule x 5

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 134.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Induction: 1-2.5 mg/kg IV; Maintenance: 4-12 mg/kg/hr IV; Sedation: 25-75 mcg/kg/min IV

Pediatric Dose

Induction: 2.5-3.5 mg/kg IV; Maintenance: 125-300 mcg/kg/min IV (for children > 3 years)

Side Effects

Hypotension, respiratory depression, pain at injection site, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to propofol or any component of the formulation; allergy to eggs or soy (contains soybean oil)

Important Warnings

Risk of severe hypotension, respiratory depression, and apnea; monitor patients closely; not for use in patients with egg or soy allergies; risk of propofol infusion syndrome with prolonged infusions at high doses.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Propofol available in UAE pharmacies:

DIPRIVAN 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection DIPRIVAN 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection DIPRIVAN 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection DORMIFOR 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection POFOL 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection POFOL 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection PROPOFOL 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection PROPOFOL 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection PROPOFOL 10 mg/ml Emulsion For Injection PROPOFOL 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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