Propofol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• chi...
• July 3, 2018

For Anesthesia "Had my colonoscopy today and was given propofol. Everything went well during the procedure. After waking, I was offered juice and peanut butter crackers. I noticed that I had a hard time swallowing it, so I didn’t eat anymore and figured it was just due to the texture. When I came home, I noticed my having difficulty in swallowing. When drinking, my throat felt a little closed up. No difficulty breathing. I’m wondering if this is a side effect? I’ve had propofol many times. I am currently on Breo Ellipta inhaler that has cortisone in it for coughing that I have been experiencing off and on for several months. It could be asthma (specialist not sure yet). Definitely not GERD. Anesthesiologist and I discussed all of this, and she was not concerned but said she would monitor me closely. If this is still happening in the next day or so, I’ll call my doctor. Not sure if others have experienced this. Any feedback would be appreciated."

• Col...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2020

For Anesthesia "I was given propofol for the first time for a dental procedure yesterday. I did not experience the sneezing, congestion, and profuse mucous secretion that I have heard others have suffered with. I had another unfortunate spike this morning in blood pressure, my systolic (top #) exceeded 210...so off to urgent care. They were able to lower it. I was told that I had an atypical reaction to this drug propofol and to never have it administered again. The dentist pushed it too quickly and seemed to ignore my hypertension meds, which I mentioned 3 times. I was given an Rx for acetaminophen with codeine (made things worse) and was then told to use ibuprofen, which rendered my beta blocker and ACE inhibitors ineffective. Still feel groggy and forgetful. The propofol was like an unpleasant 'blackout' experience. It made my husband frightened when they hustled me out of the back door of the office. Never again."

• Vid...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2016

For Anesthesia "I had my first preventative care colonoscopy today (as a male, I joined the 'Over 50 Club' this year), and I have to say that I was a bit ambivalent about being sedated for this procedure. As soon as I was administered propofol intravenously, I was out within 5 seconds! The next thing I knew, I was being awakened in the recovery room and was out within 10 minutes. The only after effect of my colonoscopy was feeling a bit crampy, as if I had eaten Mexican food that was heavy on the beans (sorry for that visual). There was no nausea or other adverse reactions afterwards. All in all, the procedure and administering of propofol was great!"

• Bob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2018

For Anesthesia "Well, where do I begin? I gave it a 3 because I don't remember the nightmare at all! I was having an endoscopy done (basically, they send a camera down your throat). I had a reaction to propofol. I went from my incredibly nice, polite 33-year-old self into a combative patient from hell. They couldn't even do the procedure because I was flailing around and trying to grab the scope thing and hit anyone trying to get close to me, even after they gave me the max amount of the drug for my weight. After that, in recovery, I guess I hated my wife, yelled at her, cussed, and in the mix, I jumped off the bed and tried to run out of the room. It was bad enough to where a nurse asked her if she felt safe at home... I have never felt so bad in my life. Thank God my wife is a nurse and understood exactly what was going on because she had witnessed somebody else having a similar reaction. So no more propofol for me."

• Jim...
• August 26, 2014

For Anesthesia "I'm 59 years old. What a great experience. I had an umbilical hernia repaired, and surgery lasted about 1 hour. I tried to catch myself going under, but it was like turning off a light switch, that fast. The only problem I had was I went #2 on the recovery gurney. The nurse said that was not unusual, but it was still embarrassing. Absolutely no other side effects. I had propofol two other times and never had a loss of bowel control. Anesthesia has come a long way, and I wouldn't hesitate to ask for this in the future."

• Muf...
• June 11, 2008

For Anesthesia "I had Versed and propofol for a colonoscopy, and it was wonderful. I went out like a light and then almost instantly woke up afterward. I was not even sleepy the rest of the day and could have driven home (although it would not have been advisable). There was no pain upon injection and no soreness at the injection site. Propofol was used as I throw up if I take any kind of narcotics or synthetic narcotics."

• man...
• September 2, 2014

For Anesthesia "I had my colonoscopy yesterday. I was out like a lamp. But I did experience some pain and woke up briefly during the procedure. I was quickly popped back to sleep. I remember the doctor apologizing and saying he would give me some more. Overall, not my worst experience in life. I woke up shouting too!! Was it a girl or boy?"

• Ins...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 10, 2019

For Anesthesia "I receive propofol, Versed, and fentanyl for my procedures every 4-6 weeks. Have them put the IV in your arm, not your hand. It won't burn as much going in. Make sure the blood pressure cuff is not on the same arm as the IV. My experience: I go in, they inject it with the other meds, it burns for a few seconds, I feel tingly and floaty, I can hear the staff talking, but they sound diffuse and muffled. Then the procedure is over, and I'm in post-op. I have no nausea afterward. I'm discharged to home, sleep for a few hours, have a meal, watch movies with hubby, and chill for the day. I'm usually fine the next day. There have been a few times where my energy is zapped the next day, but those are few and far between. I never have any irritation of the mucosal membranes in my nose, mouth, or throat, but everyone is different in how they react. I have found that this cocktail of meds works best for me as I'm hard to sedate. Results may vary from individual to individual."

• Joy...
• March 28, 2019

For Anesthesia "I had my fifth colonoscopy 2 days ago. They used propofol. I have had it in the past with no side effect. This time I had an irritating side effect that is continuing 2 days later. I can’t stop sneezing, and my nose is running like a water faucet. I did a computer search on this, and it can happen during a colonoscopy and/or endoscopy. What luck I have. I will request to not have propofol next time. This is worse than the preparation for the colonoscopy itself. I have to keep a tissue stuffed up my nose, or it pours out like a waterfall. Ask questions about this to your doctor before they knock you out."

• Dos...
• November 13, 2019

For Anesthesia "Had a colonoscopy today, this is my 3rd one in 6 years. They gave propofol the first two times and had no problem, but this time after I woke up, I had a cough, congestion, a very sore throat, and a headache. Not sure what happened this time, not sure this is such a wonderful drug."

• Joe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 4, 2016

For Anesthesia "I had outpatient surgery last week and received propofol to induce general anesthesia. By the time the anesthetist removed the syringe from the IV tubing after injecting it, I already felt it taking effect and lost consciousness within a few seconds. Within the blink of an eye, I awoke in the recovery room with no ill effects. After reading some of the comments here, I worried that the propofol injection would be painful, but there was absolutely no pain - did not feel a thing."

• thi...
• January 21, 2016

For Anesthesia "I am a 32-year-old male and have been experiencing some pretty scary health issues. About 8 months ago, my hair started falling out in random patches, and I have lost pounds in the same time. I was scheduled for a colonoscopy and endoscopy. Yesterday, I checked in for that. I am a super nervous person. I have been diagnosed with severe panic disorder caused by anxiety. I have always feared general anesthesia as I have some sleep apnea issues. Could not believe how quickly I went out and then was in the recovery area with a juice box! No more worries about this drug again. Also had a runny nose and slight eye irritation. It surprises me that none of you would know that it's from the oxygen in your nose though? Obviously."

• djr...
• February 11, 2014

For Anesthesia "Having had numerous bad experiences with general anesthesia, I was quite concerned about another with a tooth extraction. I was given Zofran prior to my procedure and then propofol as the anesthesia. This is awesome stuff. I felt the medicine begin to work within seconds of it being put into my vein. Before I knew it, I was walking to the recovery room with the help of a nurse. All I heard was 'she's drunk,' and 'drunk' I was, a pleasant, happy drunk, which lasted only minutes after the procedure. No burning upon administration and no nausea or vomiting. This stuff rocks!"

• Nic...
• November 17, 2015

For Anesthesia "I was given Propofol during my first routine colonoscopy after turning 50. Wow, what a drug. I went out like a light, and the next thing I remember was waking up in recovery and feeling like I was coming out of the best, most relaxing sleep of my life. I can see why Michael Jackson got hooked on it. What I really liked was the quick recovery time. About two hours after the procedure, I felt fine, no drowsiness, nausea, or anything."

• Rai...
• August 2, 2017

For Anesthesia "I recently had a colonoscopy, and when I woke up, I felt fine. I've had this drug with a previous colonoscopy and had no problems whatsoever. Several days after the procedure, my vision was blurred, and I was seeing double. My heart felt like it was racing, so I took my blood pressure, and it was elevated despite being on blood pressure meds. I also had three separate weird events happen that day that are hard to describe. I finally concluded that they were some type of hallucinations. My vision still isn't perfect, and it has been several weeks. Fortunately, the hallucinations have ceased. Not sure I would want to have this drug again."

• Jaw...
• August 18, 2015

For Anesthesia "Propofol was used in my 1st colonoscopy yesterday. Had a slight headache, and the anesthesiologist said he had something to fix it. I joked, 'I bet you do,' as he injected Propofol into the far end of the IV. A minute later, I felt a warming sensation where the IV entered my arm and in an instant was completely out until I woke up an hour later in the recovery room. I had been dreading the colonoscopy because who wants to experience a 5-foot tube being shoved up their rear? But, I was out before the gastroenterologist even entered the room and remember nothing of the colonoscopy. With several prior surgeries, I hated the very long return to consciousness and control of my breathing. With this, I was fully alert within 5 minutes of waking."

• Anonymous
• October 7, 2010

For Anesthesia "Have been given Propofol for an EGD and an Endoscopic Ultrasound. When I had the EGD, I woke up and about an hour later started with sneezing fits like I had a very bad cold and watery, burning eyes. Lasted all day and most of the night, and was a little better by morning. Thought I just had got a cold. Yesterday, I had the EUS and the same thing happened, so now I know it has to be from the Propofol. Still sneezing this morning and a bit congested. Other than that, Propofol worked very well."

• Ver...
• April 17, 2017

For Anesthesia "Just had my 8th colonoscopy. Previously, I always had Vicodin, etc., sedation and woke up feeling great - hydrated, hungry, ready to get on with my day. No problems at all. Anticipating feeling fine after the procedure would get me through the prep! Unbeknownst to me, my doctor now has a nurse anesthetist administering propofol during the procedure. Woke up nauseated (despite IV Zofran), feeling dehydrated and somewhat disoriented. Ate very little, no appetite. Slept 5 hours and woke feeling like my face was on fire. Also headache, grogginess, no appetite. I will take my chances with my high-risk GI issues. I will NOT have another colonoscopy with this anesthetic. These are not truly serious problems, but they are 100% unnecessary."

• Nev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 16, 2017

For Anesthesia "I am 66 years old and have had a number of colonoscopies. The anesthesiologist has never used Propofol on me before. This was the first time that I have ever been totally knocked out for the procedure. My colonoscopy was last Monday, 9/11/17. I have had one day since then that I felt normal. My first reaction was arriving home totally out of this world and after making it to the bed, sleeping for the next 12 hours with my clothes on. When I woke up, I had a severe headache across my face. Needless to say, I did not go back to work until Wednesday. Wednesday, I felt normal until the end of the day when the headache emerged now in the crown of my head. Thursday and Friday, the headaches have continued. However, I am pretty much normal now."

• Duc...
• January 8, 2014

For Anesthesia "Propofol was amazing. When I was in the operating room and the nurse injected propofol in my arm and told me to go ahead and close my eyes, so I did, and then I decided to open my eyes, and I was already in the recovery room. I cannot recall falling asleep."

• Mik...
• April 17, 2017

For Anesthesia "I've had the Versed/Fentanyl cocktail for my first two colonoscopies, but this time around my new GI doc thought it would be best to use Propofol. I was extremely nervous on the day of my procedure. Kept thinking something bad would happen. I can say now this was 10x better than the Versed/Fentanyl. I remember my anesthesiologist saying, 'I'm going to give you some medicine, OK?' and within 5-10 seconds I could feel myself nodding out. This stuff works quick. Other than waking up toward the end of the colonoscopy, there were no unplanned events or serious side effects. I did feel very lightheaded/dizzy in the recovery room for the first 15-20 minutes, but after that, it's like nothing happened. Would recommend!"

• Val...
• August 9, 2017

For Anesthesia "Had to go in for an upper endoscopy. Was super nervous, as this was my first procedure ever. They put me under with propofol, and then I woke up in recovery. Couldn't have gone any easier. Couldn't have been any simpler. Hope I can help some relax a little, it really wasn't anything to stress about. Wish I knew that 2 days ago. Lol. Best of luck to all."

• Anonymous
• July 22, 2015

For Anesthesia "Went in for my colonoscopy on Monday. Was given propofol, but I feel it took too long to totally put me out, and I was horrified. It felt like an out-of-body experience. I remember it starting to take effect, and I felt really sick, however, I could not move but remember telling them that I didn't like how I felt. Trust me, typing these words will never describe exactly what I went through. No thanks, this could be a deal breaker for me when I am due to return for my next colonoscopy in 5 years. I just might decline and take my chances. I thought I would be given the propofol and fall right to sleep-not the case. Just glad I woke up."

• Anonymous
• June 25, 2011

For Anesthesia "I'd been given propofol for a colonoscopy, and it worked great. Out like a light, felt 100% afterward. A year later, I had a D&C-again it worked well for sedation and recovery. But soon after coming out of it, I started sneezing, with eyes and nose running like a faucet. That lasted three days, but didn't happen while I was asleep. Benadryl and saline solution helped a little bit. I initially felt as if there was a sore spot in my left nostril, and I thought these hay fever-like symptoms were caused by the oxygen breathing tube. Others have indicated that it might have been the propofol. Maybe it's a combination. My doctor knew of no such side effect."

• Aaa...
• October 26, 2013

For Anesthesia "Yesterday I had a conisation using propofol to make me sleep. It was the first time I did general anesthesia, and I was literally freaking out to get it first time because of the side effects, etc. Plus, I have asthma and a few allergies. Everything went super well, I fell asleep immediately, just felt one second of burning in my veins and slept. Woke up with no nausea, no headache, nothing."