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Fospropofol

Latest prescription information about Fospropofol. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Fospropofol
Pronunciation : fos-proe-POE-fol
Trade Name(s): 
International- Lusedra.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an intravenous sedative-hypnotic agent, prescribed for monitored anesthesia care (MAC) to provide safe sedation for patients undergoing uncomfortable procedures and minor surgeries.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in pregnant women.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.


When it is to be taken : 
The dose is based on patient's condition and body weight.
Adult- IV- Initial : The recommended dose is bolus 6.5 mg/kg followed by supplemental doses of 1.6 mg/kg.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Special Instruction : 
* It may cause respiratory depression, patients should be continuously monitored and provide proper ventilation for easy breathing.
* Only persons trained in the administration of general anesthesia should administer it.
* Caution should be exercised in patients with kidney or liver impairment, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Side Effects : 
Gastrointestinal- Nausea and vomiting.
Central Nervous system- Tingling and headache.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Skin- Itching.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at controlled room temperature 25°C, and in an airtight container.

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