Propofol and Burning: What Users Say (Page 2)

• DKa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 1, 2018

For Anesthesia "I was given propofol for the first time during a colonoscopy. I had researched ahead of time, so I already knew from reading other reviews to ask the anesthesiologist about burning when it was administered and whether they gave lidocaine with it (they did). There was still a slight burn, but it was only mildly uncomfortable. I gently drifted off to sleep and then woke up in recovery. I did have the sense I had slept and had a dream but could not recall the dream. Some reviewers stated they had nightmares, but I didn't have that. I did get a headache later in the day, but I really don't know if it was due to the propofol. It was quickly resolved with a couple of ibuprofen. Otherwise, I had no adverse effects. I never became dizzy or unsteady. The only odd thing was once I was home, I felt like I wanted to sleep but felt wired at the same time and was therefore unable to sleep. Not a big deal, really. I know meds affect people differently, but for me, I had no problems."

• Dav...
• November 30, 2015

For Anesthesia "Received propofol for knee surgery (meniscus debridement). Despite being generally anxious about medical procedures, this one wasn't intimidating. I'd read up on propofol and watched YouTube videos of induction. (DON'T watch the airway intubation videos if you're the slightest bit freaked about the procedure. You won't like what you see.) In the OR, the anesthesiologist said he'd begun administering the propofol. The drip was attached to the back of my left hand. I felt a warm sensation, then a sort of burning sensation. Not bad, really. Something like when you got an 'arm twist rope burn' as a kid. Just a few seconds after induction -- lights out, curtain down. Total unconsciousness and unawareness."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 18, 2012

For Anesthesia "Had this with Versed for my upper/lower endoscopy today. It was wonderful! I wasn't drowsy today, and I have no adverse reaction. The only thing that I didn't like was that the Versed burned when they started it. I wouldn't do another endoscopy without the propofol again."

• Jos...
• February 9, 2018

For Anesthesia "I just had propofol for a colonoscopy, and the sedation itself was wonderful. I was out cold and recovered quickly. However, immediately upon awakening, I had nasal congestion, which cleared up quickly, and my eyes still feel dry, scratchy, and burning hours later. I mentioned it to the postop nurse, and she asked me if I had a cold, as if she’d never heard of these side effects before. However, upon googling, I see many references to these symptoms in postop patients who received propofol with nasal oxygen."

• Anonymous
• April 28, 2010

For Anesthesia "I was given Propofol for a gastroscopy. The anesthetist gave me the first dose, and the injection site burned a little, and the vein felt cold, but I didn't fall asleep. So I was given another dose, and I fell right asleep. I am usually nauseous and vomit after receiving anesthetic, but I didn't have those side effects with this drug. I was alert and able to walk soon after I woke up, but I did feel sleepy for about an hour after the procedure."

• Rag...
• June 29, 2016

For Anesthesia "I am a 56-year-old male, with a first-time colon exam. Five years ago, I was also a previous 7-day coma patient from an anaphylactic reaction. I was very nervous about being put under and not waking up. The nurses, attending doctor, and anesthesiologist all were professional in helping me through. There was a slight burn in the hand, I noticed it traveling up the arm. Before it reached halfway, I was out. I awoke in recovery with a groggy feeling from a deep sleep. I went into the room at 10:30, came back out at 10:15. I was up and walking at around 10:40. The overall experience was pleasant."

• Coa...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 12, 2021

For Anesthesia "I had propofol given to me for 2 different procedures in 2015. An ear surgery and non-invasive salivary gland surgery. I begged the anesthesiologist not to give it the second time. But he was new, and he didn't want to change it. Both times I got hives and blisters on my scalp, and my hair fell out for over 2 weeks. Both times we had just gotten back at the hotel that is just a block from the surgical center. Being a retired hairdresser, I had my husband go down to the hotel kitchen and get me milk, and I soaked my head and hair in it. It stopped the burning, itching, and blisters, but my hair fell out both times. I will never let them give that to me again. It is listed as one of my allergies. I am having a procedure tomorrow, and I will NOT let them give that to me!!!!"

• Ray...
• December 26, 2012

"That is the BEST medicine EVER! Propofol = best sleep ever! I didn't feel any burning at all. My doctor gave me that, and I was out in a matter of seconds. Propofol is the best ever! You do get really cold because anesthesia does slow down the body's functions. Propofol does make for a great night’s sleep! I've had propofol a few times, and I didn't have any issues at all. I felt great, no nausea, no sickness, I felt great!"

• 52 ...
• July 25, 2018

For Anesthesia "I had a colonoscopy two days ago, and I remember being asked to roll over on my left side. The anesthesiologist started to administer the propofol, it burned and felt itchy going in, then my head felt tingly. I knew it was lights out in a matter of seconds. Afterwards, I woke up with no drowsiness and very alert. I also had the sneezing and feeling of congestion, but I feel like it is from the oxygen (I've experienced the congestion every time I'm administered oxygen). So I'm convinced that I had no side effects from the drug."

• 28F...
• January 26, 2018

For Anesthesia "Had this for the first time anesthesia for a small (15 min) operation. The injection did burn and was painful, but I was out 5 seconds later. My recovery time was pretty quick, I just felt like I had one or two too many drinks. Later, I had a tickly, runny nose and couldn't stop sneezing! I slept a lot after my procedure, so the drowsiness was manageable."

• Dav...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 28, 2021

For Anesthesia "I had an operation 3 days ago. While the anesthetist was giving me the injection, I felt like I was on fire. I actually said I was burning before I went to sleep. I looked it up on the internet, and this feeling identifies with a propofol side effect."

• Cam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 5, 2019

For Anesthesia "I had surgery for a broken jaw and fractured eye sockets, was given propofol to put me out. I felt a slight burn in my arm and was out like a light. Seconds later, I came round and was given ketamine because I was freaking out. It was the best time I’ve had on drugs, it was an out-of-body experience."

• mat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2018

For Anesthesia "30 yo male. Put under for colonoscopy and endoscopy. Total time on propofol was about 1 hour. It burned a little going in and knocked me out within seconds. It felt like I took a really good nap. I felt groggy and slightly off balance for about 2 hours after that (like if you had a few beers). My thought process felt a little foggy for the rest of the day, but I was able to do household chores. I ended up having chills and fever (100.8) about 4 hours after my procedure and for the rest of the evening and night. It's currently the next day, and I feel fine now and my temperature has returned to normal."

• Sna...
• December 16, 2018

For Anesthesia "I was administered propofol for the first time for an upper endoscopy. Despite repeated reassurance, I was quite nervous that the medication would not work for me given an extensive use of recreational drugs, including use of cannabis, which I heard can affect propofol (not sure if this is true). The anesthesiologist was informed, and I had to await his decision on whether he would continue given that I had smoked cannabis that day. He decided to proceed. Upon injection, an intense burn was felt as it was coursing through my veins. It was quite uncomfortable, and I was audibly in pain for a few seconds. Luckily, this ended very quickly as everything became blurry then dark (about 10 seconds from injection to lights out). I had no clue I was even getting a procedure done, I woke up about an hour and a half later. I woke up dazed and shivering. But the best sleep of my life despite it being so short, but there was no memory of anything after going out until waking up."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 1, 2021

For Anesthesia "Had propofol-fentanyl sedation for an upper endoscopy today. I was extremely nervous before the procedure and have a horrible gag reflex that I was additionally worried about. Once the propofol was administered, I remember a slight stinging sensation at the IV site, but nothing that was intolerable (only mildly uncomfortable). I was unconscious within minutes and do not remember the procedure at all. Highly recommend this drug for sedation as it works quickly, has a quick recovery time, and has no noticeable aftereffects in my experience."

• Nis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2018

For Anesthesia "Burns going in, then knocked out. I love it. My wife cries when she woke up after she had it, but not me, I feel good, just groggy."