Propofol

(Diprivan)

Anesthetic Agents

Propofol, a potent intravenous sedative-hypnotic, elegantly induces and maintains general anesthesia, facilitates procedural sedation, and calms patients in ICU settings. Its hallmark is a swift onset paired with a fleeting duration, making it perfect for outpatient surgeries. Delivered as a milky white emulsion, it provides smooth, dose-dependent sedation or unconsciousness, though it offers no pain relief. Uniquely, propofol boasts antiemetic properties at low doses, soothing nausea. It gently lowers cerebral metabolism and intracranial pressure while preserving brain blood flow, rendering it neuroprotective when carefully dosed. Its calming effect on the brain makes it a cornerstone in modern anesthesia.