Michael Jackson's death has the FDA considering labeling Propofol ...

In the wake of Michael Jackson's death, the feds may slap the "controlled substance" label on propofol - the powerful anesthetic found in the pop icon's home.

The Drug Enforcement Administration said Wednesday it may limit access to propofol, also known as Diprivan.

The agency was petitioned two years ago to add the drug to the list of controlled substances, which are subject to prescribing and distribution restrictions.

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