Fluothane may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fluothane is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Fluothane Solution
Introduction
Fluothane is a general anesthetic. It is used in major surgical procedures. It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress. This medicine is used in a hospital setting only.
Fluothane is used in general anesthesia. It causes l...
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Uses of Fluothane
General Anaesthesia
Side effects of Fluothane
Common
Shivering
Vomiting
Nausea
High grade fever
Decreased blood pressure
How to use Fluothane
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
How Fluothane works
Fluothane is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.
Brief Description
Indication
Induction and maintenance of general anaesthesia
Adult Dose
Inhalation
Induction and maintenance of general anaesthesia
Adult: Induction: 0.5% v/v of halothane in oxygen or mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen...
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Child Dose
Inhalation
Induction and maintenance of general anaesthesia
Child: Induction: 1.5-2% v/v. Maintenance: 0.5-1.5% v/v.
Contraindication
Known or suspected susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia, raised CSF pressure, history of unexplained jaundice or acute hepatic damage from previou...
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Mode of Action
Halothane is a potent non-flammable inhalational anaesth which depresses both cerebral function and sympathetic activity. It suppresses salivary, bron...
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