Metoclopramide and Propofol interaction
Metoclopramide and Propofol: both prescribing labels describe an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.
Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.
What the FDA labels say
From the Metoclopramide label · effective 2026-05-18
Concomitant use of central nervous system (CNS) depressants or drugs associated with EPS may increase this effect (e.g., alcohol, sedatives, hypnotics, opiates, and anxiolytics).
• Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants : Increased risk of CNS depression.
Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants Clinical Impact Increased risk of CNS depression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] .
From the Propofol (Diprivan) label · effective 2025-09-10
As with other sedative medications, there is wide interpatient variability in DIPRIVAN dosage requirements, and these requirements may change with time.
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