Halothane

Information about Halothane

Halothane uses

Halothane is used for general Anaesthesia.

How halothane works

Halothane is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

Common side effects of halothane

Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Nausea, Vomiting, Slow heart rate, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Elevations of aminotransferases, Respiratory depression, Renal failure, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Liver necrosis, Malignant hyperthermia (increased body temperature)

Available Medicine for Halothane

Hypnothane
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Neon Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Halothane

Halothane is given by a vaporizer under the supervision of a doctor only.
Your doctor will monitor you regularly for blood pressure, pulse rate and heartbeat during the treatment.
It makes you feel sleepy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Halothane affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

Frequently asked questions for Halothane

Halothane

Q. Is Halothane still used?

Yes, Halothane is still used as a safe anesthetic drug in many parts of the world

Q. Is Halothane flammable?

Halothane is potent inflammable nor explosive inhalational anaesthetic.