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Diprivan

Propofol · Injection, Emulsion

Prescription NDA TE AB RLD Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
Diprivan
Generic name
Propofol
Dosage form
Injection, Emulsion
Route
Intravenous
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
1
NDC product codes
2
Packages
15
Data completeness
77% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Propofol 10 mg/mL 1808217 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Emulsion
Route of administration
Intravenous
Presentations
17

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
General Anesthesia [PE] PE All 29 members
General Anesthetic [EPC] EPC All 17 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
019627
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
October 2, 1989
Sponsor
FRESENIUS KABI USA
Products on application
2
Submissions recorded
39
Products approved under application 019627.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
019627-001 DIPRIVAN INJECTABLE PROPOFOL Discontinued —
019627-002 DIPRIVAN INJECTABLE PROPOFOL Prescription AB RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
AB
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

What this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Approval history

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Most recent submissions on application 019627.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 77 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved November 21, 2025 N/A
Supplement 69 Labeling Approved August 31, 2022 Standard
Supplement 72 Labeling Approved May 11, 2021 Standard
Supplement 66 Labeling Approved April 27, 2017 Standard
Supplement 64 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 17, 2015 Standard
Supplement 62 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 8, 2014 Standard
Supplement 58 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved May 5, 2014 Standard
Supplement 60 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 9, 2013 Standard
Supplement 46 Labeling Approved April 14, 2008 Standard
Supplement 45 Labeling Approved February 8, 2007 Standard
Supplement 42 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 3, 2002 Standard
Supplement 35 Efficacy Approved February 23, 2001 Standard
Supplement 40 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved October 27, 2000 Standard
Supplement 37 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved February 7, 2000 Standard
Supplement 36 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved December 7, 1999 Standard
Supplement 34 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 29, 1999 Standard
Supplement 31 Labeling Approved April 29, 1999 Standard
Supplement 33 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved February 4, 1999 Standard
Supplement 32 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 29, 1998 Standard
Supplement 30 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 11, 1997 Standard
Supplement 27 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 11, 1996 Standard
Supplement 24 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 31, 1995 Standard
Supplement 23 Labeling Approved April 21, 1995 Standard
Supplement 20 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved February 24, 1995 Standard
Supplement 19 Labeling Approved September 7, 1994 Standard
Supplement 8 Labeling Approved May 9, 1994 —
Supplement 21 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved May 6, 1994 Standard
Supplement 18 Labeling Approved October 26, 1993 Standard
Supplement 17 Efficacy Approved October 26, 1993 —
Supplement 6 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 9, 1993 Standard
Supplement 10 Efficacy Approved March 8, 1993 —
Supplement 14 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved December 11, 1992 Standard
Supplement 12 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved February 25, 1992 Standard
Supplement 2 Efficacy Approved December 31, 1991 —
Supplement 5 Labeling Approved January 18, 1991 —
Supplement 4 Labeling Approved January 18, 1991 —
Supplement 3 Labeling Approved January 18, 1991 —
Supplement 1 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 18, 1991 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved October 2, 1989 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · February 19, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · February 19, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · September 1, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · September 1, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · August 4, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · May 12, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · May 2, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · May 2, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · June 10, 2014
  • 0 · Supplement · January 28, 2014
  • 0 · Supplement · September 24, 2013
  • 0 · Supplement · September 17, 2013
  • 0 · Supplement · January 12, 2009
  • 0 · Supplement · January 12, 2009
  • 0 · Supplement · April 23, 2008
  • 0 · Supplement · April 16, 2008
  • 0 · Supplement · July 9, 2007
  • 0 · Supplement · July 9, 2007
  • 0 · Original application · June 18, 2007
  • 0 · Supplement · February 21, 2007
  • 0 · Supplement · February 12, 2007
  • 0 · Supplement · February 23, 2001
  • 0 · Supplement · February 23, 2001

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250910). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

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Indications and Usage

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INDICATIONS AND USAGE: DIPRIVAN is an IV general anesthetic and sedation drug that can be used as described in the table below. Table 3. Indications for DIPRIVAN Indication Approved Patient Population Initiation and maintenance of Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) sedation Adults only Combined sedation and regional anesthesia Adults only (see PRECAUTIONS ) Induction of General Anesthesia Patients greater than or equal to 3 years of age Maintenance of General Anesthesia Patients greater than or equal to 2 months of age Intensive Care Unit (ICU) sedation of intubated, mechanically ventilated patients Adults only Safety, effectiveness and dosing guidelines for DIPRIVAN have not been established for MAC Sedation in the pediatric population; therefore, it is not recommended for this use (see PRECAUTIONS , Pediatric Use ). DIPRIVAN is not recommended for induction of anesthesia below the age of 3 years or for maintenance of anesthesia below the age of 2 months because its safety and effectiveness have not been established in those populations. In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), DIPRIVAN can be administered to intubated, mechanically ventilated adult patients to provide continuous sedation and control of stress responses only by persons skilled in the medical management of critically ill patients and trained in cardiovascular resuscitation and airway management. DIPRIVAN is not indicated for use in Pediatric ICU sedation since the safety of this regimen has not been established (see PRECAUTIONS , Pediatric Use ). DIPRIVAN is not recommended for obstetrics, including Cesarean section deliveries. DIPRIVAN crosses the placenta, and as with other general anesthetic agents, the administration of DIPRIVAN may be associated with neonatal depression (see PRECAUTIONS ). DIPRIVAN is not recommended for use in nursing mothers because propofol has been reported to be excreted in human milk, and the effects of oral absorption of small amounts of propofol are not known (see PRECAUTIONS ).

Dosage and Administration

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DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Propofol blood concentrations at steady-state are generally proportional to infusion rates, especially in individual patients. Undesirable effects such as cardiorespiratory depression are likely to occur at higher blood concentrations which result from bolus dosing or rapid increases in the infusion rate. An adequate interval (3 minutes to 5 minutes) must be allowed between dose adjustments to allow for and assess the clinical effects. Shake well before use. Do not use if there is evidence of excessive creaming or aggregation, if large droplets are visible, or if there are other forms of phase separation indicating that the stability of the product has been compromised. Slight creaming, which should disappear after shaking, may be visible upon prolonged standing. When administering DIPRIVAN by infusion, syringe or volumetric pumps are recommended to provide controlled infusion rates. When infusing DIPRIVAN to patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging, metered control devices may be utilized if mechanical pumps are impractical. Changes in vital signs indicating a stress response to surgical stimulation or the emergence from anesthesia may be controlled by the administration of 25 mg (2.5 mL) to 50 mg (5 mL) incremental boluses and/or by increasing the infusion rate of DIPRIVAN. For minor surgical procedures (e.g., body surface) nitrous oxide (60% to 70%) can be combined with a variable rate DIPRIVAN infusion to provide satisfactory anesthesia. With more stimulating surgical procedures (e.g., intra-abdominal), or if supplementation with nitrous oxide is not provided, administration rate(s) of DIPRIVAN and/or opioids should be increased in order to provide adequate anesthesia. Infusion rates should always be titrated downward in the absence of clinical signs of light anesthesia until a mild response to surgical stimulation is obtained in order to avoid administration of DIPRIVAN at rates higher than are clinically necessary. Generally, rates of 50 mcg/kg/min to 100 mcg/kg/min in adults should be achieved during maintenance in order to optimize recovery times. Other drugs that cause CNS depression (e.g., sedatives, anesthetics, and opioids) can increase CNS depression induced by propofol. Morphine premedication (0.15 mg/kg) with nitrous oxide 67% in oxygen has been shown to decrease the necessary propofol injection maintenance infusion rate and therapeutic blood concentrations when compared to non-narcotic (lorazepam) premedication. Induction of General Anesthesia Adult Patients Most adult patients under 55 years of age and classified as ASA-PS I or II require 2 mg/kg to 2.5 mg/kg of DIPRIVAN for induction when unpremedicated or when premedicated with oral benzodiazepines or intramuscular opioids. For induction, DIPRIVAN should be titrated (approximately 40 mg every 10 seconds) against the response of the patient until the clinical signs show the onset of anesthesia. As with other general anesthetics, the amount of intravenous opioid and/or benzodiazepine premedication will influence the response of the patient to an induction dose of DIPRIVAN. Elderly, Debilitated, or ASA-PS III or IV Patients It is important to be familiar and experienced with the intravenous use of DIPRIVAN before treating elderly, debilitated, or ASA-PS III or IV patients. Due to the reduced clearance and higher blood concentrations, most of these patients require approximately 1 mg/kg to 1.5 mg/kg (approximately 20 mg every 10 seconds) of DIPRIVAN for induction of anesthesia according to their condition and responses. A rapid bolus should not be used, as this will increase the likelihood of undesirable cardiorespiratory depression including hypotension, apnea, airway obstruction, and/or oxygen desaturation (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). Pediatric Patients Most patients aged 3 years through 16 years and classified ASA-PS I or II require 2.5 mg/kg to 3.5 mg/kg of DIPRIVAN for induction when unpremedicated or when lightly preme …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS DIPRIVAN ® (propofol) injectable emulsion, USP is available in single-dose vials as follows: 100 mg of propofol per 10 mL of an oil-in-water emulsion (10 mg per mL), 10 mL vial 200 mg of propofol per 20 mL of an oil-in-water emulsion (10 mg per mL), 20 mL vial 500 mg of propofol per 50 mL of an oil-in-water emulsion (10 mg per mL), 50 mL vial 1,000 mg of propofol per 100 mL of an oil-in-water emulsion (10 mg per mL), 100 mL vial Injectable emulsion: 100 mg per 10 mL (10 mg/mL), 200 mg per 20 mL (10 mg/mL), 500 mg per 50 mL (10 mg/mL), and 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL) single-dose vials ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS DIPRIVAN is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to propofol or any of DIPRIVAN components. DIPRIVAN is contraindicated in patients with a history of anaphylaxis to eggs, egg products, soybeans or soy products. Known hypersensitivity to propofol, egg or soybean. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Reactions : Serious and sometimes fatal reactions. ( 5.1 ) Microbial Contamination : Strict aseptic technique must be maintained during handling. DIPRIVAN vials are never to be accessed more than once or used on more than one person. Administration should commence promptly and be completed within 12 hours after the vial has been opened. Discard unused drug product. Do not use if contamination is suspected. ( 5.2 ) Cardiovascular depression : Cases of bradycardia, asystole, and cardiac arrest have been reported. Pediatric patients are susceptible to this effect, particularly when fentanyl is given concomitantly. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Anaphylactic and Anaphylactoid Reactions Use of DIPRIVAN has been associated with both fatal and life threatening anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions. Clinical features of anaphylaxis, including angioedema, bronchospasm, erythema, and hypotension, occur rarely following DIPRIVAN administration. 5.2 Risks of Microbial Contamination Strict aseptic technique must always be maintained during handling. DIPRIVAN is a single-dose parenteral product (single patient infusion vial) which contains 0.005% disodium edetate (EDTA) to inhibit the rate of growth of microorganisms, for up to 12 hours, in the event of accidental extrinsic contamination. However, DIPRIVAN can still support the growth of microorganisms, as it is not an antimicrobially preserved product under USP standards. Do not use if contamination is suspected. Discard unused drug product as directed within the required time limits. There have been reports in which failure to use aseptic technique when handling DIPRIVAN was associated with microbial contamination of the product and with fever, infection/sepsis, other life-threatening illness, and/or death. DIPRIVAN vials are never to be accessed more than once or used on more than one person. There have been reports, in the literature and other public sources, of the transmission of bloodborne pathogens (such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV) from unsafe injection practices, and of the use of propofol vials intended for single use on multiple persons. 5.3 Risks of Pediatric Neurotoxicity Published animal studies demonstrate that the administration of anesthetic and sedation drugs that block NMDA receptors and/or potentiate GABA activity increase neuronal apoptosis in the developing brain and result in long-term cognitive deficits when used for longer than 3 hours. The clinical significance of these findings is not clear. However, based on the available data, the window of vulnerability to these changes is believed to correlate with exposures in the third trimester of gestation through the first several months of life, but may extend out to approximately three years of age in humans [see Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology ( 13.2 )]. Some published studies in children suggest that similar deficits may occur after repeated or prolonged exposures to anesthetic agents early in life and may result in adverse cognitive or behavioral effects. These studies have substantial limitations, and it is not clear if the observed effects are due to the anesthetic/sedation drug administration or other factors such as the surgery or underlying illness. Anesthetic and sedation drugs are a necessary part of the care of children needing surgery, other procedures, or tests that cannot be delayed, and no specific medications have been shown to be safer than any other. Decisions regarding the timing of any elective procedures requiring anesthesia should take into consideration the benefits of the procedure weighed against the potential risks. 5.4 Risks of Bradycardia, Asystole, and Cardiac Arrest DIPRIVAN has no vagolytic activity. Reports of bradycardia, asystole, and rarely, cardiac arrest have been associated with DIPRIVAN. Pediatric patients are susceptible to this effect, particularly when fentanyl is given concomitantly. The intravenous administration of anticholinergic a …

WARNINGS: Use of DIPRIVAN has been associated with both fatal and life-threatening anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions. For general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care (MAC) sedation, DIPRIVAN should be administered only by persons trained in the administration of general anesthesia and not involved in the conduct of the surgical/diagnostic procedure. Sedated patients should be continuously monitored, and facilities for maintenance of a patent airway, providing artificial ventilation, administering supplemental oxygen, and instituting cardiovascular resuscitation must be immediately available. Patients should be continuously monitored for early signs of hypotension, apnea, airway obstruction, and/or oxygen desaturation. These cardiorespiratory effects are more likely to occur following rapid bolus administration, especially in the elderly, debilitated, or ASA-PS III or IV patients. For sedation of intubated, mechanically ventilated patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), DIPRIVAN should be administered only by persons skilled in the management of critically ill patients and trained in cardiovascular resuscitation and airway management. Use of DIPRIVAN infusions for both adult and pediatric ICU sedation has been associated with a constellation of metabolic derangements and organ system failures, referred to as Propofol Infusion Syndrome, that have resulted in death. The syndrome is characterized by severe metabolic acidosis, hyperkalemia, lipemia, rhabdomyolysis, hepatomegaly, renal failure, ECG changes* and/or cardiac failure. The following appear to be major risk factors for the development of these events: decreased oxygen delivery to tissues; serious neurological injury and/or sepsis; high dosages of one or more of the following pharmacological agents: vasoconstrictors, steroids, inotropes and/or prolonged, high-dose infusions of propofol (greater than 5 mg/kg/h for greater than 48h). The syndrome has also been reported following large-dose, short-term infusions during surgical anesthesia. In the setting of prolonged need for sedation, increasing propofol dose requirements to maintain a constant level of sedation, or onset of metabolic acidosis during administration of a propofol infusion, consideration should be given to using alternative means of sedation. *Coved ST segment elevation (similar to ECG changes of the Brugada syndrome). Abrupt discontinuation of DIPRIVAN prior to weaning or for daily evaluation of sedation levels should be avoided. This may result in rapid awakening with associated anxiety, agitation, and resistance to mechanical ventilation. Infusions of DIPRIVAN should be adjusted to maintain a light level of sedation through the weaning process or evaluation of sedation level (see PRECAUTIONS ). DIPRIVAN should not be coadministered through the same IV catheter with blood or plasma because compatibility has not been established. In vitro tests have shown that aggregates of the globular component of the emulsion vehicle have occurred with blood/plasma/serum from humans and animals. The clinical significance of these findings is not known. There have been reports in which failure to use aseptic technique when handling DIPRIVAN was associated with microbial contamination of the product and with fever, infection, sepsis, other life-threatening illness, and death. Do not use if contamination is suspected. Discard unused drug product as directed within the required time limits (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION , Handling Procedures ). There have been reports, in the literature and other public sources, of the transmission of bloodborne pathogens (such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV) from unsafe injection practices, and use of propofol vials intended for single use on multiple persons. DIPRIVAN vial is never to be accessed more than once or used on more than one person. Pediatric Neurotoxicity Published animal studies demonstrate that the administration of anesthetic and sedation drugs that block N …

Adverse Reactions

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ADVERSE REACTIONS: To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC at 1-800-551-7176 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. General Adverse event information is derived from controlled clinical trials and worldwide marketing experience. In the description below, rates of the more common events represent US/Canadian clinical study results. Less frequent events are also derived from publications and marketing experience in over 8 million patients; there are insufficient data to support an accurate estimate of their incidence rates. These studies were conducted using a variety of premedicants, varying lengths of surgical/diagnostic procedures, and various other anesthetic/sedative agents. Most adverse events were mild and transient. Anesthesia and MAC Sedation in Adults The following estimates of adverse events for DIPRIVAN include data from clinical trials in general anesthesia/MAC sedation (N=2,889 adult patients). The adverse events listed below as probably causally related are those events in which the actual incidence rate in patients treated with DIPRIVAN was greater than the comparator incidence rate in these trials. Therefore, incidence rates for anesthesia and MAC sedation in adults generally represent estimates of the percentage of clinical trial patients which appeared to have probable causal relationship. The adverse experience profile from reports of 150 patients in the MAC sedation clinical trials is similar to the profile established with DIPRIVAN during anesthesia (see below). During MAC sedation clinical trials, significant respiratory events included cough, upper airway obstruction, apnea, hypoventilation, and dyspnea. Anesthesia in Pediatric Patients Generally the adverse experience profile from reports of 506 DIPRIVAN pediatric patients from 6 days through 16 years of age in the US/Canadian anesthesia clinical trials is similar to the profile established with DIPRIVAN during anesthesia in adults (see Pediatric percentages [Peds %] below). Although not reported as an adverse event in clinical trials, apnea is frequently observed in pediatric patients. ICU Sedation in Adults The following estimates of adverse events include data from clinical trials in ICU sedation (N=159 adult patients). Probably related incidence rates for ICU sedation were determined by individual case report form review. Probable causality was based upon an apparent dose response relationship and/or positive responses to rechallenge. In many instances the presence of concomitant disease and concomitant therapy made the causal relationship unknown. Therefore, incidence rates for ICU sedation generally represent estimates of the percentage of clinical trial patients which appeared to have a probable causal relationship. Incidence greater than 1% - Probably Causally Related Anesthesia/MAC Sedation ICU Sedation Cardiovascular: Bradycardia Bradycardia Decreased Cardiac Output Hypotension 26% Arrhythmia [Peds: 1.2%] Tachycardia Nodal [Peds: 1.6%] Hypotension* [Peds: 17%](see also CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ) Hypertension [Peds: 8%] Central Nervous System: Movement* [Peds: 17%] Injection Site: Burning/Stinging or Pain, 17.6% [Peds:10%] Metabolic/Nutritional: Hyperlipemia* Respiratory: Apnea (see also CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ) Respiratory Acidosis During Weaning* Skin and Appendages: Rash [Peds: 5%] Pruritus [Peds: 2%] Events without an * or % had an incidence of 1% to 3% *Incidence of events 3% to 10% Incidence less than 1% - Probably Causally Related Anesthesia MAC Sedation ICU Sedation Body as a Whole: Anaphylaxis/Anaphylactoid Reaction Perinatal Disorder Tachycardia Bigeminy Bradycardia Premature Ventricular Contractions Hemorrhage ECG Abnormal Arrhythmia Atrial Fever Extremities Pain Anticholinergic Syndrome Cardiovascular: Premature Atrial Contractions Syncope Central Nervous System: Hypertonia/Dystonia, Paresthesia Agitation Digestive: Hypersalivation Nausea Hemic/Lymphatic: Leukocytosis Injection Site: Phlebitis Pr …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Opioids and Sedatives The induction dose requirements of DIPRIVAN may be reduced in patients with intramuscular or intravenous premedication, particularly with opioids (e.g., morphine, meperidine, and fentanyl, etc.) and combinations of opioids and sedatives (e.g., benzodiazepines, barbiturates, chloral hydrate, droperidol, etc.). These agents may increase the anesthetic or sedative effects of DIPRIVAN and may also result in more pronounced decreases in systolic, diastolic, and mean arterial pressures and cardiac output. In pediatric patients, administration of fentanyl concomitantly with DIPRIVAN may result in serious bradycardia. Analgesic Agents During maintenance of anesthesia or sedation, the rate of DIPRIVAN administration should be adjusted according to the desired level of anesthesia or sedation and may be reduced in the presence of supplemental analgesic agents (e.g., nitrous oxide or opioids). The concurrent administration of potent inhalational agents (e.g., isoflurane, sevoflurane, desflurane, enflurane, and halothane) during maintenance with DIPRIVAN are routinely used. These inhalational agents can also be expected to increase the anesthetic or sedative and cardiorespiratory effects of DIPRIVAN. Valproate The concomitant use of valproate and propofol may lead to increased blood levels of propofol. Reduce the dose of propofol when co-administering with valproate. Monitor patients closely for signs of increased sedation or cardiorespiratory depression. Common Neuromuscular Blocking Agents DIPRIVAN does not cause a clinically significant change in onset, intensity or duration of action of the commonly used neuromuscular blocking agents (e.g., succinylcholine and nondepolarizing muscle relaxants). Common Drugs Used as Premedication or Drugs Used During Anesthesia or Sedation No significant adverse interactions with commonly used premedications or drugs used during anesthesia or sedation (including a range of muscle relaxants, inhalational agents, analgesic agents, and local anesthetic agents) have been observed in adults. Opioids, Sedatives or Other Analgesic Agents : May increase the anesthetic/sedative and cardiorespiratory effects. ( 7 ) Valproate : May lead to increased blood levels of propofol. ( 7 )

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Data from randomized controlled trials, cohort studies and case series over several decades with propofol use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Most of the reported exposures to propofol describe propofol exposure at the time of cesarean delivery. There are reports of neonatal depression in infants exposed to propofol during delivery (see Clinical Considerations ). In animal reproduction studies, decreased pup survival concurrent with increased maternal mortality was observed with intravenous administration of propofol to pregnant rats either prior to mating and during early gestation or during late gestation and early lactation at exposures less than the human induction dose of 2.5 mg/kg. In pregnant rats administered 15 mg/kg/day intravenous propofol (equivalent to the human induction dose) from two weeks prior to mating to early in gestation (Gestation Day 7), offspring that were allowed to mate had increased postimplantation losses. The pharmacological activity (anesthesia) of the drug on the mother is probably responsible for the adverse effects seen in the offspring. Published studies in pregnant primates demonstrate that the administration of anesthetic and sedation drugs that block NMDA receptors and/or potentiate GABA activity during the period of peak brain development increases neuronal apoptosis in the developing brain of the offspring when used for longer than 3 hours. There are no data on pregnancy exposures in primates corresponding to periods prior to the third trimester in humans [see Data , Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.4 )]). The clinical significance of these nonclinical findings is not known, and the benefits of appropriate anesthesia in pregnant women who require procedures should be balanced with the potential risks suggested by the nonclinical data. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2–4% and 15–20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Fetal/neonatal Adverse Reactions DIPRIVAN crosses the placenta and may be associated with neonatal depression. Monitor neonates for hypotonia and sedation following maternal exposure to propofol. Data Animal Data Pregnant rats were administered propofol intravenously at 0, 5, 10, and 15 mg/kg/day (0.3, 0.65, and 1 times the human induction dose of 2.5 mg/kg based on body surface area) during organogenesis (Gestational Days 6–15). Propofol did not cause adverse effects to the fetus at exposures up to 1 times the human induction dose despite evidence of maternal toxicity (decreased weight gain in all groups). Pregnant rabbits were administered propofol intravenously at 0, 5, 10, and 15 mg/kg/day (0.65, 1.3, 2 times the human induction dose of 2.5 mg/kg based on body surface area comparison) during organogenesis (Gestation Days 6–18). Propofol treatment decreased total numbers of corpora lutea in all treatment groups but did not cause fetal malformations at any dose despite maternal toxicity (one maternal death from anesthesia-related respiratory depression in the high dose group). Pregnant rats were administered propofol intravenously at 0, 10, and 15 mg/kg/day (0.65 and 1 times the human induction dose of 2.5 mg/kg based on body surface area) from late gestation through lactation (Gestation Day 16 to Lactation Day 22). Decreased pup survival was noted at all doses in the presence of maternal toxicity (deaths from anesthesia- induced respiratory depression). This study did not evaluate neurobehavioral function including learning and memory in the pups. Pregnant rats were administe …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action, like all general anesthetics, is poorly understood. However, propofol is thought to produce its sedative/anesthetic effects by the positive modulation of the inhibitory function of the neurotransmitter GABA through the ligand-gated GABA A receptors.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION DIPRIVAN ® (propofol) injectable emulsion, USP is an anesthetic available as a sterile, nonpyrogenic white or almost white homogeneous emulsion for intravenous administration. The structural formula is: Chemical name: 2,6 diisopropylphenol Molecular formula: C 12 H 18 O Molecular weight: 178.27 Propofol is slightly soluble in water. The pKa is 11. The octanol/water partition coefficient for propofol is 6761:1 at a pH of 6 to 8.5. Each mL of DIPRIVAN ® (Propofol) injectable emulsion, USP contains 10 mg of propofol, 100 mg of soybean oil (100 mg/mL), 22.5 mg of glycerol (22.5 mg/mL), 12 mg of purified egg phospholipids (12 mg/mL), 0.055 mg of disodium edetate anhydrous (equivalent to 0.055 mg of disodium edetate) (0.05 mg/mL) as microbial inhibitor, and sodium hydroxide to adjust pH, in water for injection. DIPRIVAN is isotonic and has a pH of 7 to 8.5. dipri-struc-01.jpg

10 OVERDOSAGE 10.1 Symptoms Overdosage is likely to cause cardiorespiratory depression. 10.2 Treatment If overdosage occurs, DIPRIVAN administration should be discontinued immediately. Respiratory depression should be treated by artificial ventilation with oxygen. Cardiovascular depression may require repositioning of the patient by raising the patient's legs, increasing the flow rate of intravenous fluids, and administering pressor agents and/or anticholinergic agents.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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HOW SUPPLIED: DIPRIVAN (propofol) Injectable Emulsion, USP Vials Product Code Each Unit of Sale Strength RF260929 NDC 65219-800-01 20 mL ready-to-use single-dose vial for single patient use only. NDC 65219-800-10 Packages of ten. This product contains an RFID. 200 mg per 20 mL (10 mg per mL) 260929 NDC 63323-269-22 20 mL ready-to-use single-dose vial for single patient use only. NDC 63323-269-29 Packages of ten. 200 mg per 20 mL (10 mg per mL) 260950 NDC 63323-269-30 50 mL ready-to-use single-dose vial for single patient use only. NDC 63323-269-50 Packages of twenty. 500 mg per 50 mL (10 mg per mL) 260965 NDC 63323-269-35 100 mL ready-to-use single-dose vial for single patient use only. NDC 63323-269-65 Packages of ten. 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg per mL) Propofol undergoes oxidative degradation, in the presence of oxygen, and is therefore packaged under nitrogen to eliminate this degradation path. Store between 4° to 25°C (40° to 77°F). Do not freeze. Shake well before use. All trademarks are the property of Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC.

Adverse event reports

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36,431
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: PROPOFOL. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Recalls

Source: FDA Enforcement
Drug recall enforcement reports associated with this product.
Classification Reported Firm Reason Status
Class II June 15, 2022 Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse Terminated
Class II June 15, 2022 Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse Terminated

Packaging and NDCs

Source: NDC Directory
Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
63323-269-10 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-10) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-01) November 13, 2009
63323-269-16 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-16) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-06) November 17, 2009
63323-269-29 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-29) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-22) November 13, 2009
63323-269-37 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-37) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-25) November 17, 2009
63323-269-50 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 20 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-50) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-30) November 13, 2009
63323-269-57 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 20 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-57) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-23) November 17, 2009
63323-269-59 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 20 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-59) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-45) November 13, 2009
63323-269-65 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-65) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-35) November 13, 2009
63323-269-67 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-67) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-21) November 17, 2009
63323-269-69 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-69) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-41) November 13, 2009
63323-269-70 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-70) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-33) November 13, 2009
63323-269-77 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 20 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-77) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-75) November 13, 2009
63323-269-78 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-78) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-31) November 13, 2009
63323-269-94 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 BOX (63323-269-94) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL (63323-269-43) November 13, 2009
65219-800-10 65219-800 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON (65219-800-10) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL (65219-800-01) January 13, 2020
63323-269 63323-269 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC — November 13, 2009
65219-800 65219-800 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC — January 13, 2020

Sources for this page

Every dataset that contributed a fact to this page.
Dataset Agency Used for
NDC Directory FDA Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages
Drugs@FDA FDA Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status
Orange Book FDA Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity
Drug Labeling FDA / NLM Prescribing information reproduced above
FAERS FDA Adverse event report counts
Enforcement FDA Recall records

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