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About Profol Spiva 1% Injection

PROPOFOL belongs to a class of drugs known as 'general anesthetic', primarily used in giving anesthesia for major surgical procedures. It is given as induction therapy before surgery to sedate the patient. General Anaesthesia is a medication given before surgery to put you to sleep so that you do not feel the pain as you are unconscious.

PROPOFOL contains Propofol, which is used as an anesthetic for surgeries so that procedure is carried out without pain and distress. It works by causing loss of consciousness, which is reversible. It generally slows down the brain and central nervous system, which is the conscious center.

Take PROPOFOL as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take PROPOFOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, hypotension (low blood pressure), nausea, headache, vomiting, local site pain, changes in your breathing pattern, and a slow heartbeat. Most of these side effects of PROPOFOL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take PROPOFOL if you are allergic to PROPOFOL or any of its ingredients. PROPOFOL comes in injection and i.v. infusion. It should always be given by a doctor or a trained professional as over-dose can cause excessive sedation, which can be fatal. Do not drive a car or operate any machinery as PROPOFOL affects alertness. If you are pregnant, planning got conceive, or are breastfeeding, PROPOFOL should be taken only after informing your doctor. 

Uses of Profol Spiva 1% Injection

General Anaesthesia

Medicinal Benefits of Profol Spiva 1% Injection

PROPOFOL belongs to a class of drugs known as 'general anesthetic,' containing Propofol, primarily used in giving anesthesia for major surgical procedures. It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress. It works by causing loss of consciousness, which is reversible. It generally slows down the brain and central nervous system, which is the conscious center. It is also used in people on a ventilator or who need critical care to sedate the patient.

Directions for Use

PROPOFOL comes as i.v. infusion or injection form. A doctor should administer it at the hospital. The dose will depend upon what surgery you are undergoing.

Side Effects of Profol Spiva 1% Injection

• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Nausea 
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Local site pain
• Changes in your breathing pattern
• Slow heartbeat

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take PROPOFOL if you are allergic to PROPOFOL or any of its ingredients. PROPOFOL comes in injection and i.v. infusion. It should be always administered by a doctor or a trained professional as over-dose can cause excessive sedation which can be fatal. Do not drive or operate any machinery as PROPOFOL affects alertness. If you are pregnant, planning got conceive, or are breastfeeding, PROPOFOL should be taken only after informing your doctor. Maintain a gap of 24 hours after using PROPOFOL and breastfeeding. The doctor will constantly monitor your blood pressure, oxygen level, breathing pattern, and kidney function while the surgery goes on.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

PROPOFOL is known to interact in patients who have or ever had fits, high levels of fat in the blood, dehydration (lost lots of water), heart, liver, or kidney problems, and mitochondrial disease.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

PROPOFOL is known to interact with tuberculosis medication (rifampicin), anti-epilepsy medicines (lorazepam, diazepam), heart medicines (diltiazem, verapamil), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin), water pills (furosemide), mental illness medicines (midazolam, alprazolam). 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PROPOFOL can affect alertness if taken along with alcohol. So, the consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it might further reduce alertness.

PREGNANCY

PROPOFOL is not recommended in the last trimester of the pregnancy as it may affect the baby's brain's growth.

BREAST FEEDING

PROPOFOL is known to pass through the breastmilk. So, it is not advised to take PROPOFOL during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for further advice.

DRIVING

PROPOFOL can affect alertness and coordination as it is known to cause drowsiness. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

LIVER

PROPOFOL is to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

KIDNEY

PROPOFOL is to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.