Table 1
From: A comparison between dexmedetomidine and propofol for sedation in the intensive care unit
| Â | Â | Dexmedetomidine (n = 10) | Propofol (n = 10) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sedation, median (IQR) | Ramsay score | 5 (4-6) | 5 (4-5) | 0.68 |
| Â | Bispectral Index | 46 (36-58) | 53 (41-64) | 0.32 |
Analgesia (Alfentanil), median (IQR) (mg/h) | Â | 0.8 (0.7-1.2) | 2.5 (2.2-2.9) | 0.004 |
Extubation time mean (SD) (min) | Â | 27.5 (12) | 25 (10) | 0.63 |
Patient experiences | Amnesia for ICU | 8 | 3 | Â |
| Â | Amnesia for IPPV | 3 | 2 | Â |
| Â | Pleasant experience | 10 | 6 | Â |