Name: Propofol (Diprivan)
Class: General Anesthetic (IV Induction Agent)
Mechanism:
Absorption: IV
Dist.: Dissolves in blood. Organs w/high perfusion are most affected.
Metabolism.: Hepatic Metabolism.
Excretion, t½: Short duration of effect. Short t½.
Toxicity/S.E.s: Some CV depression. Mod. resp. depression.
Utility: Induces general anesthesia.
Special Features: No analgesia.