Monograph

N05AD08 - Droperidol

Propably not porphyrinogenic

Rationale

Extensively metabolised in the liver. Specific data on its metabolism missing. Four references consider it safe.

Chemical description

Butyrphenone analgesic used in premedication prior to surgery and as emetic. Used together with fentanyl in neuroleptic anaesthesia. About 75% of the dose is excreted asmetabolites in urine. EPI-list: safe. South African list: use. Australian list: use. French list: authorized.

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