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How long does it take for propofol to wear off after an endoscopy?

Oct 8, 2025 •

4 min read

While the primary sedative effect wears off in minutes, it takes up to 24 hours for the residual effects to fully resolve after receiving propofol for an endoscopy. This is due to the drug's rapid redistribution, which clears it from the brain quickly, but not immediately from the body.