Pharmacology of Anaesthesia
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Which drug group does propofol belong to?

  • Neuromuscular blocking drugs
  • IV induction agents (correct)
  • Volatile anaesthetic agents
  • Local anaesthetic drugs

    • What is the mechanism of action of propofol?

  • Enhances effects of GABA (correct)
  • Binds to GABA receptor
  • Causes rapid loss of consciousness
  • Acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter

    • What is the speed of induction for propofol?

  • 30-45 minutes (correct)
  • 1-2.5 mg/kg
  • 4-7 minutes
  • Extensively bound to plasma protein

    • Which drug is extensively bound to plasma protein and albumin?

    <p>Propofol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is thiopentone eliminated from the body?

    <p>By kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug group does ketamine belong to?

    <p>IV induction agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of action for thiopentone?

    <p>15-30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is known for causing rapid loss of consciousness due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier?

    <p>Propofol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is propofol metabolized?

    <p>Kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug enhances the effects of GABA, the chief inhibitory neurotransmitter?

    <p>Midazolam</p> Signup and view all the answers

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