Reversible loss of consciousness (general anesthesia)
Induction of sleep in patients receiving artificial respiration in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Important Information:
Allergies: Do not take if you are allergic to propofol or its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to peanuts or soya, as the medication contains soya oil.
Medical History: Before taking this medication, inform your doctor, anesthetist, or nurse if you have a history of seizures, high blood fat levels, dehydration, or any other health conditions related to your heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, or if you have experienced prolonged illness or have been diagnosed with mitochondrial disease.
Interaction with Other Drugs: Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment.
Therapeutic Effects:
Produces loss of consciousness by potentiating the actions of certain brain chemicals (neurotransmitter GABA) through the specific receptors (ligand-gated GABA A receptors) and decreasing the flow of chloride ions across the nerve cells required to maintain alertness.
Storage:
Store Popoglan 200mg below 25°C.
Protect from light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Administration:
This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a trained healthcare provider.
It will be given to you as an injection into a vein, usually in the back of your hand or forearm.
Your doctor will decide your most apt dosage based on age, body weight, and physical circumstances.
Safety Advices:
Pregnancy: Popoglan 200mg injection can pass the placental barrier and cause miscarriage, birth defects, or neonatal depression during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding: Popoglan 200mg injection can be excreted into human breast milk and lead to neonatal depression if used during breastfeeding.
Lungs: Popoglan 200mg injection is used with caution for severe breathing disorders.
Liver: Popoglan 200mg injection can cause enlargement of the liver very rarely.
Alcohol: Drinking alcohol while using Popoglan 200mg can make the sedation even stronger.
Driving: Popoglan 200mg injection can affect your ability to drive and handle heavy machinery.
Common: Injection site pain, low blood pressure, changes in your breathing pattern, slow heartbeat, nausea and vomiting, headache, withdrawal symptoms, flushing of the skin (in children).
Word of Advice:
Inform your doctor if you are on a sodium-controlled diet or have allergies to peanuts or soya, as Popoglan 200mg contains these components.
Follow your doctor's instructions diligently, and be sure to inform them about any unusual sensations or discomfort during the procedure.
FAQs:
How long does the effect of Popoglan 200mg injection last?
The effect of Popoglan 200mg injection typically lasts for 24 hours, but this can vary from person to person, depending on the administered dose.
Is Popoglan 200mg injection indicated for children?
Popoglan 200mg injection is not recommended to maintain anesthesia in children under one month.
What should I take before getting my Popoglan 200mg injection?
Adults and teenagers over 12 can eat solid foods and dairy products up to 8 hours before their hospital arrival time. Avoid alcohol within 8 hours of your appointment. You can have clear liquids, not dairy, up to 2 hours before surgery to stay hydrated.
What restrictions should I follow after a Popoglan 200mg injection?
It's important to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment, as it may intensify the sedative effect. Additionally, do not operate a vehicle or heavy machinery since it causes severe drowsiness or dizziness, which may last several hours after the treatment.
Can Popoglan 200mg injection cause dependence?
As a sedative agent, Popoglan 200mg injection can potentially increase dependence and be subject to abuse. It is strictly not meant for self-administration and should only be administered by a healthcare provider. When used beyond the therapeutic dose, it can be life-threatening.
Can Popoglan 200mg injection be taken orally?
No, Popoglan 200mg injection is typically administered as an injection because most of it is processed by the liver when taken by mouth. So, the usual method for receiving Popoglan 200mg injection is through an intravenous (IV) injection (into your veins) administered by a trained anesthesiologist.
