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Could any anesthesiologist out there give me the names of medications used for anesthesia?
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Several: There are several meds used for anesthesia. Induction agents: propofol, etomidate. Anxiolytics: versed. Narcotics: fentanyl, morphine. Volatiles: sevoflurane, desflurane. These are just a few of many that can be used.
Answered 5/15/2014
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