Anesthesia Drugs

Anesthesia drugs are a type of medication used to induce a temporary state of loss of sensation or unconsciousness during surgery or other medical procedures. This is often referred to as “going under” and is achieved through the use of anesthetic drugs, which can vary but generally consist of opioids, sedatives, hypnotics, and/or inhalation agents. Anesthesia drugs are important because they allow a patient to undergo surgery or certain medical procedures without having to feel physical pain or be subjected to the memories of the experience. Anesthesia drugs also reduce stress and anxiety, helping patients stay physically and mentally relaxed throughout the procedure.