About propofol mct + lct
Intravenous general anesthetic
Used for
- Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia
- Sedation during intensive care
- Procedural sedation in adults
Usual adult dose
Anesthesia induction: usually 1.5–2.5 mg/kg IV, titrated. Maintenance: about 4–12 mg/kg/hour. Sedation doses are lower and individualized.
Usual dose in children
Anesthesia induction: usually 2.5–3.5 mg/kg IV, titrated. Maintenance: about 9–15 mg/kg/hour. Use for pediatric sedation depends on setting and authorization.
Common side effects
- Low blood pressure
- Slow or irregular heartbeat
- Breathing suppression or pauses
- Pain at injection site
Important warnings
- Requires trained staff and continuous breathing and circulation monitoring.
- Can cause severe breathing problems, low blood pressure, or cardiac arrest.
- Long or high-dose infusion can cause propofol infusion syndrome.
- Emulsion contains fat; consider calorie intake and infection-control precautions.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically necessary; safety information is limited. It crosses the placenta and may affect the newborn.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter milk, but exposure after a single anesthetic dose is generally considered low; seek clinical guidance for repeated or prolonged use.
Interactions
- Opioids and sedatives can increase breathing suppression and low blood pressure.
- Other anesthetics and blood-pressure-lowering medicines can intensify cardiovascular effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.