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If overdosage occurs, DIPRIVAN (propofol) Injectable Emulsion administration should be discontinued immediately. Overdosage is likely to cause cardiorespiratory depression. 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.

DIPRIVAN (propofol) Injectable Emulsion is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to DIPRIVAN (propofol) Injectable Emulsion or any of its components.

DIPRIVAN (propofol) Injectable Emulsion is contraindicated in patients with allergies to eggs, egg products, soybeans or soy products.

Last reviewed on RxList: 10/25/2010
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