Propofol
ATC Code
N01AX10
Propofol
Definition
A hypnotic alkylphenol derivative. Formulated for intravenous induction of sedation and hypnosis during anesthesia, propofol facilitates inhibitory neurotransmission mediated by gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This agent is associated with minimal respiratory depression and has a short half-life with a duration of action of 2 to 10 minutes.
Also known as Diprivan, PROPOFOL — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC N01AX10 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C29384 per NCIT
- SCTID 387423006 per RXNORM
- SCTID 74674007 per RXNORM
- UNII YI7VU623SF per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Delirium | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |