Desflurane
About Desflurane
Desflurane belongs to the group of medicines called halogenated hydrocarbons indicated as an inhalation agent for the induction and/or maintenance of anaesthesia. It is used to put you to sleep during a procedure/surgery.
Desflurane contains Desflurane, which causes you to fall into a deep, painless sleep. It also helps maintain a deep, painless sleep.
In some cases, Desflurane may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, and high blood pressure. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery for at least 24 hours after receiving Desflurane. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Desflurane
Medicinal Benefits
Desflurane belongs to the group of medicines called halogenated hydrocarbons indicated as an inhalation agent for the induction and/or maintenance of anaesthesia. It is used to put you to sleep during a procedure/surgery. Desflurane contains Desflurane, which causes you to fall into a deep, painless sleep. It also helps maintain a deep, painless sleep.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Desflurane
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- High blood pressure
- Slow/fast heartbeat
Drug Warnings
Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Desflurane. Inform the doctor if you have/had increased pressure in the brain, bronchoconstriction, coronary artery disease, muscle or heart problems, high/low blood pressure, liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver or kidney disease, asthma, or malignant hyperthermia (a severe reaction to certain drugs used for anaesthesia). Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking muscle relaxants (suxamethonium, pancuronium, atracurium, vecuronium), opioids (fentanyl, morphine, remifentanil), or benzodiazepines (midazolam, diazepam, nitrazepam).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have/had malignant hyperthermia, hepatitis, coronary artery disease, QT prolongation or asthma.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol with Desflurane as it may cause serious side effects.
Pregnancy
cautionDesflurane belongs to pregnancy category B. Inform your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you are expecting a child, believe you may be pregnant, or intend to become pregnant. Adequate data regarding Desflurane use in women who are pregnant is lacking. Desflurane, therefore, should only be administered to women who are pregnant when it is absolutely necessary.
Breast Feeding
unsafeInform your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you are currently nursing a baby. Adequate data regarding desflurane use in women who are nursing is lacking. Desflurane, therefore, should only be administered to women who are nursing when it is deemed absolutely necessary. Avoid breastfeeding during treatment with Desflurane and for about 24 hours after the treatment.
Driving
unsafeDesflurane may impair your alertness. Therefore, avoid driving and operating machinery for at least 24 hours after receiving Desflurane.
Liver
cautionIf you have a history of liver impairment, inform the doctor before receiving Desflurane.
Kidney
consult your doctorIf you have a history of kidney impairment, inform the doctor before receiving Desflurane.
Children
consult your doctorDesflurane is authorized for tracheal intubation and the maintenance of anaesthesia in infants and children following anaesthesia induction with agents other than desflurane. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Habit Forming
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Anaesthesia: Anaesthesia is the use of medications called anaesthetics to prevent pain during surgery or other procedures. This causes a loss of sensation, feeling, and awareness.
FAQs
Desflurane is used for General anaesthesia.
Desflurane causes you to fall into a deep, painless sleep. It also helps maintain a deep, painless sleep.
Desflurane may cause a slight increase in blood sugar levels during anaesthesia. Inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.
Desflurane may cause malignant hyperthermia, a severe reaction to certain drugs used for anaesthesia. Inform the doctor if you or any member of your family has experienced a rapid and significant rise in body temperature during an operation or soon after. Signs of malignant hyperthermia include a very high fever, muscle stiffness, fast heartbeat, and trouble breathing.
