Each mL of emulsion contains the following excipients: Diprivan 1% (EDTA-containing formulation), glycerol, purified egg phosphatide, sodium hydroxide, refined soya-bean oil, water for injections and disodium edetate.
Short-acting IV anesthetic agent suitable for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.
Diprivan may be used for sedation of ventilated patients receiving intensive care and for conscious sedation for surgical and diagnostic procedures.