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All are true about Thiopentone except:

A
NaHCO3 is a preservative
B
Contraindicated in Porphyria
C
Agent of choice in shock
D
Has cerebroprotective action
High-Yield Explanation
C i.e. Agent of choice in shock Thiopentone, a pale yellow powder, is ultrasho acting smooth inducing agent because of rapid redistributionQ. It is used in 2.5% conc. at 2.5 - 4.5 mg/kg mixed with 6% anhydrous Na2CO3 as perservativeQ Thiopentone is contraindicated in porphyria, status asthmaticus, severe shock, pericardial temponade and uncompensated myocardial diseaseQ

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