The Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved a new drug application for , an intravenous general anesthetic and sedation drug in short supply.

鈥淭he agency recognizes there is increased demand for certain products, such as propofol injectable emulsion, during the novel coronavirus pandemic, and remains committed to facilitating access to safe and effective medical products to help address critical needs of the American public,鈥 the agency .

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