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Propofol and Zinc deficiency

Result of checking the interaction of drug Propofol and disease Zinc deficiency for safety when used together.

Check result:

Propofol <> Zinc deficiency

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Reports of mean urinary zinc loss during propofol therapy was approximately 2.5 to 3.0 mg/day in adult patients and 1.5 to 2.0 mg/day in pediatric patients. Practitioners should consider the administration of supplemental zinc during prolonged therapy with propofol in patients who are predisposed to zinc deficiency, such as those with burns, diarrhea, and/or major sepsis. Monitoring is recommended in these patients.

Propofol

Generic Name: propofol

Brand Name: Diprivan, Propoven

Synonyms: n.a.

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