Propofol - 2

Physicochemical Considerations

propofol

2,6-diisopropylphenol

SAR: increasing length of 2,6 side chains up to about 7 or 8 C atoms:
  • increased sleep time
  • increased potency
  • decreased induction time
Further increase in length of side chains longer than about 8 C atoms:
  • decreased potency
  • slower induction
  • prolonged recovery

Present form:
  • 20 ml amps or 50 ml vials:
    • propofol 1%
    • soybean oil 10%
    • glycerol 2.25%
    • egg phosphatide 1.2%
  • pH 7-8
  • isotonic
  • no antimicrobial preservatives
  • compatible with D5W


Greg Gordon MD
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