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causes unconsciousness but provides little pain relief; often administered with analgesics . It may be toxic to the liver in adults. Halothane, however, has a pleasant smell and is therefore often the anesthetic of choice when mask induction is used
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What is halothane?
halothane (a nonflammable inhalation anesthetic that produces general anesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures)
What is the name of an old inhalation agent beginning with the letter H?
I would say halothane
Which drug is a potent analgesic and a weak anesthetic Benzodiazepines Halothane nitrous oxide succinylcholine?
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Why is it necessary to dry the benzocaine?
Benzocaine is a local anesthetic. If it enters the esophagus, it can have an anesthetic effect of the airways, increasing the risk of inhalation of saliva.
What drug is used in euthanasia?
Typically, three drugs are used in succession to perform euthanasia: Sodium thiopental is used to induce unconsciousness; Pancuronium bromide (Pavulon) to cause muscle paralysis and respiratory arrest; and Potassium chloride to stop the heart.
Pharmaceutical uses of alkane?
The pharmaceutical use of alkane is often used in general anesthesia. Alkane is a compound of halothane which is a general anesthetic agent.
Which elementis used as an inhalation anesthetic?
The most common anaesthetic gases I see used are Sevoflurane and Desflurane.
What is halothane cylinder colour code?
halothane : red
What drugs can knock you out that you inhale?
Any of the inhaled anesthetic gases do that. One old one that is no longer used is Ether. Newer ones are gases like Halothane and Isoflorane to name a few.
What kind of inhalation anesthetic is Enflurane?
Enflurane is less potent, but produces a rapid onset of anesthesia and possibly a faster recovery. Enflurane is not used in patients with kidney failure. Isoflurane is not toxic to the liver but can induce irregular heart rhythms
What is the medical term meaning an agent that causes no perception of sensation?
Anesthesia: Partial or complete loss of sensation, with or without loss of consciousness, as a result of disease, injury, or administration of an anesthetic agent, usually by injection or inhalation.
What is the difference between local and general anesthetic?
Local anesthetic is safe if the dosage is not excessive. When the area to aspirate is extensive, the high doses of local anesthetic required are toxic and may cause serious complications. In these cases, a general anesthetic (by inhalation) guarantees the best results, reducing risks to a minimum. In any case now the client can return home after the surgery.
