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Intravenous induction agents are drugs that cause rapid loss of consciousness when administered intravenously, with a quick onset often described as occurring within one arm-brain circulation time. Key agents include barbiturates like thiopental and methohexital, as well as non-barbiturates like propofol and ketamine, each with distinct pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties. These agents are used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia, sedation in ICU, and have specific ideal properties such a
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