Table 1: AFOI management a synthesis of the effects of the most commonly used drugs.

Drugs Used in AFOI and their Effects
Drugs Effects	Oppioids	Benzodiazepines	Dexmedetomidine
Respiratory depression	++	+	-
Reduction in pain and discomfort	++	++	++
Analgesy	++	+	++
Sedation	++	++	++
Antitussive effect	++	++	++
Patients consciousness	+	+	++
Hemodynamic impact	++	+	-