PropoFlo™ (propofol) Product Highlights & Movie

Important Risk Information:

  • Warnings and precautions:
    • When using propofol, patients should be continuously monitored, and facilities for the maintenance of a patent airway, artificial ventilation and oxygen supplementation must be immediately available.
    • Propofol contains no antimicrobial preservatives.
    • Strict aseptic techniques must always be maintained during handling since the vehicle is capable of supporting the rapid growth of microorganisms.
  • Side effects:
    • The primary side effect of propofol is respiratory depression as evidenced by tachypnea and apnea.




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AAHW-072/R1 February 2010