New perspectives on propofol allergy

CONCLUSION: There is a lack of definitive evidence that propofol must be routinely avoided in patients with reported allergies to egg, soy, and/or peanut products. Data from clinical trials suggest that propofol is safe for patients with nonanaphylactic food allergies. Patients who do experience allergic reactions following administration of propofol should undergo further testing to definitively identify the specific trigger and prevent future unnecessary avoidance of preferred medication regimens. Pharmacists can play an important role in interviewing patients with reported food allergies to better determine the risk vs benefit of propofol avoidance.PMID:34309659 | DOI:10.1093/ajhp/zxab298
Source: American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy : AJHP - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Source Type: research