DIPRIVAN Reviews (PROPOFOL)

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 1  colonoscopy I lost my voice for over a week after taking diprivan (propofol) for routine colonoscopy. More than a month after the procedure I am still not talking normally. I will never, ever use this drug again. F 53 1 days
1X O
7/25/2014
 4  Chronic insomnia For the first week and a half, I had some bad itching, sometimes fast heartbeat, I had some burning and stinging around the IV port. I had some rare numbness/tingling. And some drowsiness and anxiety as well as headaches (rarely) I would get delirious but that was also VERY rare. After about a week and a half the majority of side effects went away except for occasional headache. M 38 1 days
1X nightly
7/16/2014
 1  cts woke up on the table Extreme pain on injection then burning started moving up my arm slowly I wanted it to just end, I thought it was over for me. Next day my arm was swollen black and blue had blood blisters all the way up my arm which 2years later are still there. Nerve damage hadbto retire F 59 1 days
7/16/2014
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 5  Colonoscopy Not sure if the headache is from this drug, but I have had a headache each day after waking for 3 days. It isn't the type you could ignore. I have had to take 1-2 doses of Excedrin each day. The pain is in the same spot each day. It's not terrible, but I wondered if it was a common side effect. I was told to lay on my side and that's the last thing I remember. No counting or getting sleepy. Apparently, I did say something to the doctor as I was going under & I had no recollection. I was shocked when he told me I had told him to do a good job because I had tickets for an upcoming sporting event. I had only met him that day & we had not discussed anything other than the surgery. I was expecting to feel groggy or have a sore throat but I felt fine when I woke up. I felt a little buzzed when I walked a few feet into a bathroom but that went away. Took it easy but felt fine until the headaches started the next day. I realize it could be unrelated. F 57
1X day
6/1/2014
 5  Colonoscopy I just received propofol this morning for a colonoscopy. Everything went smoothly. I did not feel any burning or pain during administration. I fell asleep quickly and woke up quickly alert and somewhat euphoric which lasted about twenty minutes. I received this medication in the past and the only difference this time is a constant runny nose and sneezing. After reading others comments it seems like it is a common side effect. The medication did exactly what it was supposed to...I can handle the runny nose. My doctors and nurses were excellent and that also helped. F 35
1X day
10/11/2013
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 4  Colonoscopy Sneezing, runny nose, itchy and tearing eyes; low energy next day. F 66
1X day
9/10/2013
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 3  Cervical Nerve Block It did NOT make me sleepy or groggy. It gave me verbal diarrhea. Did NOT have any amnesia (spelling error) effect although I wish to G-D it had. My MD said he has NEVER seen such a response EVER. They have attempted many forms of medications & cocktails NONE of which have ever worked as intended with me. F 52 1 days
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8/26/2013
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 1  Received for carpal tunnel surgery Burned like fire. Was accommodated with an overdose WILL NEVER let a doctor give me this for any reason. It took 3 days to rid my self of this drug, including a trip to the ER the next day. Same day of procedure COULD NOT pee or poop! Had the feelings but could not go! F 72 1 days
1X day
8/21/2013
 4  D and C (Scraping of uterus) Woke up tired and groggy after the procedure, My throat was very dry. Drank some water, which only helped a little. When I got home very tired, and having a runny nose. Took a nap, felt a little better after I ate something, but still having a runny nose 15 hours after the procedure was done . F 40
1X O
8/1/2013
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 4  colonoscopyand EGD I have received propofol for sedation during three colonoscopies over the past 7 years, and it was much better than Versed/Demerol. Induction is almost immediate, and I've never had pain during administration, although previous comments are spot on re: using the antecubital vein. Never woke up/remembered any of the procedure (unlike Demerol/Versed), and no difficulty having a coherent conversation after waking up! Best of all, had a pleasant "buzz" for several hours afterwards...I am a type A person, and was so relaxed and mellow afterwards, I couldn't believe it. ALMOST makes up for the "fun" of the prep beforehand! Obviously different people react differently and I am sorry for the folks who complained of various discomforts, but I myself was highly satisfied and would not hesitate to receive propofol for sedation again. F
1X day
7/9/2013
 4  Septoplasty/Turbine reduction It was really hard to wake up, and my O2 was low No problems with the drug. The nurse was great, no burning. I had to have my procedure in the hospital because I have severe Sleep Apnea. Now I now why they wanted me there. I went to sleep perfectly, woke up in recovery and my throat was hurting . I think because of the breathing tube. They brought me ice chips, but I wouldnt wake up. They finally admited me to a room and my wife just kept wakeing me up until I stayed awake.My O2 finally got to 93, About 4 hrs later. I went home, felt good, except my nose hurt. I learned a valuable lesson about sleep apnea and sedatives....just don`t do it. Mine is severe and I have a cpap. M 52
1X day
7/8/2013
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 4  Colonoscopy A lot of Sneezing, runny nose upon awakening Great for the procedure. It is now 8 hrs post procedure and sneezing is less often - I did take Zyrtec 2 hrs ago before I realized it might be propofol related. Not sure if lessening because propofol is getting out of my system or if the Zyrtec helped. F 60
1X day
5/31/2013
 4  Eye Muscle Surgery Pain and burning sensation in my entire hand, even with Lidocaine upon injection into IV but no other side effects. F 49 1 days
5/18/2013
 1  Breast augmentation Agitation, depression, memory problems, anxiety, paranoia F 31 1 times
5/14/2013
 1  Endoscopy and colonoscopy mental sluggishness after recovery, inability to write or think, impaired cognitive function, depression, short term memory difficulties I had taken Propofol as an anesthesia about 10 years ago for a colonoscopy without any residual effects, but perhaps the anesthesiologist gave me too high an initial dose this time (160 mg in two seconds as an "induction dose" !) followed by 80 mg, a bolus of 20 mg at a time. I think they wanted to rush the procedures to avoid gridlock in the exam room, so they knocked me out more quickly with higher doses of the stuff. I feel like I have permanent brain damage. The procedure itself and use of Propofol is NOT worth the risk, no matter how much it's claimed to detect colon cancer in its early stages. Avoid Propofol!!!!!! M 57
160 mg 1X day
5/3/2013
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 2  Colonoscopy I experienced profuse sneezing and copious nasal mucous discharge beginning immediately upon exiting the hospital. I had to use tissue after tissue after tissue, all of which tore causing mucous to run down my sleeve, the front of my coat, and the side of my handbag. Sneezing fits continued until I decided to put wet cotton balls into the left nostril (the side that I was lying on during the colonoscopy) that helped for twenty minutes at a time. Sneezing convulsions continued when the cotton was removed for 2-3 seconds. This went on for 3-4 days, when I was able to downgrade to a dry tissue stuffed into my nose. Then, the right nostril started to drip. That lasted for another 3 days. Then, I could breath without any insertions, but the sneezing continued every 3 - 5 minutes for the next five days and lessened to hourly. The coughing that was periodic in the beginning then became frequent to the point where my lungs became sore, fell heavy, full, and irritated. This has continued for al Propofol did what is was supposed to do and I awoke with only a tiny bit of grogginess. At first, I didn't realize that the sneezing was a side effect. I thought of every possible reason except Profofol. Now, I think that it's best to refrain from using it again. F 66 1 times
1X day
4/7/2013
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 5  Colonoscopy None Propofol is very smooth. I rather enjoyed the first minute as I went under. I awoke in the OR right after the procedure and was awake and alert as if no time had passed at all. This was my 3rd experience with Propofol as it was used for other surgeries I have had. Same effect every time. I would highly recommend this medication for monitored sedation. Do not worry about having Propofol. Do not put off your Colonoscopy It could save your life. M 55 1 times
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3/15/2013
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 1  lumpectomy cognitive dysfunction,depression,very flat affect,my hands will not work very well. SEE ADDITIONAL COMMENTS. Felt like I had a hangover x's 10 million upon waking,however,I expected that,though I had never been put under. Felt great when I got home.24 hours later....my hands will not work very well,cog-fog,difficulty getting words out....I have multiple sclerosis,and all of what I am experiencing are symptoms of ms,but this is MS on steroids! Will it go away? Do I call my neurologist? F 44 1 times
uaware 1X day
3/15/2013
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 2  3rd spinal fusion While being put to sleep, my upper body veins felt like they were on fire. It was terrifying. Why did I feel this? F 60
1X day
3/3/2013
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 3  Colonoscopy Terrible sore throat - feel hoarse and voice raspy - - feels like throat is inflamed. They told me no intubation - just propofol by IV. M 50
Not sure 1X day
2/28/2013
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