Propofol risks? i have sinus tachycardia and high blood pressure. i'm on propranolol.

Propofol: Propofol is a quite safe drug if one hasn't a sensitivity to its components. It must be monitored appropriately by trained anesthesia personnel. The m. Jackson episode demonstrated what can happen when it isn't monitored and dosed appropriately.

Very dangerous: Do not touch it with a ten foot pole. There have been several deaths from recreational use.

Minimal risk: Generally you should continue beta blocker meds on day of surgery (with a sip of water). Propranolol use does not effect Propofol usage nor increase risks of respiratory depression or cardiac depression. -.