Hospira Recalls Propofol Injectable Emulsion, USP

Lake Forest, Ill.-based Hospira has voluntarily recalled seven lots of its Propofol Injectable Emulsion, USP, citing metal particulate embedded in the interior neck of the vial as well as free-floating metal particulates found in the vials.

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Hospira has not received any reports of adverse events associated with these lots. However, if injected, the particulate matter could lead to local inflammation or obstructed capillaries.

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