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US brand names:Rapinovet, PropoFlo
Propofol Injectable is dosed at 3–5 mg/kg IV IV to effect in african grey parrots, per Doneley B. Avian Medicine and Surgery in Practice: Companion and Aviary Birds, 2nd ed., CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL; 2016.; Langlois I, Harvey RC, Jones MP, et al. Cardiopulmonary and anesthetic effects of isoflurane and propofol in Hispaniolan Amazon parrots. J Avian Med Surg. 2003;17:4-10. doi:10.1647/1082-6742(2003)017[0004:caaeoi]2.0.co;2 — Verified against Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.455 (2026-08-01).. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Potentiates GABA-A receptor activity and blocks NMDA receptors. Ultra-short acting IV induction agent. Rapid onset, smooth recovery.
IV only — perivascular injection causes minimal tissue damage (advantage over thiopental). Apnea with rapid injection. Lipid emulsion — strict aseptic handling. Cats: Heinz body anemia with repeated use.
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