Halothane
About Halothane
Halothane is used for general anaesthesia induction and maintenance. Anesthesia is a medical procedure that reduces pain and discomfort during surgical or medical procedures. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, which causes uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp, constant or intermittent, and the tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person.
Halothane contains ' Halothane' is an inhaled, general anaesthetic. It acts on the brain and causes unconsciousness.
You will be given halothane as a gas in the air you breathe to keep you asleep during the operation. Halothane could occasionally have undesirable consequences during your procedure, just like other general anaesthetics. These include trouble breathing, low blood pressure, an erratic or slowly beating heart, or excessive muscle relaxation since your anaesthetist will immediately address any issues that emerge during your procedure.
Halothane is recommended not to use if you are hypersensitive to halothane or other similar anaesthetics or if you or any family member suffered from a condition known as malignant hyperpyrexia (a sudden severe fever) when having a drug during a previous operation. So, before taking the Halothane, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Children under 18 years of age undergoing dental procedures outside the hospital are not recommended to use. Patients should not drive or operate heavy machinery for at least 24 hours after receiving halothane.
Uses of Halothane
Medicinal Benefits
Halothane belongs to the inhalation anaesthetics class used for general anaesthesia induction and maintenance. Halothane contains ' Halothane' is an inhaled, general anaesthetic. It acts on the brain and causes unconsciousness. Halothane puts you to sleep and maintains your unconsciousness during an operation. It stops you from knowing what happens during surgical processes and other procedures.
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Side Effects of Halothane
- Disturbances of the heart rhythm
- Feeling sick
- Being sick or feeling shivery
Drug Warnings
Halothane is recommended not to use if you are hypersensitive to halothane or other similar anaesthetics if you or any family member suffered from a condition known as malignant hyperpyrexia (a sudden severe fever) when having a drug during a previous operation, or If you are under 18 years of age and are having dental treatment outside hospital. So, before taking the Halothane, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Also, let your doctor know if you are a pregnant woman or a nursing mother. Also, inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (Chronic fatigue and muscle weakness, especially in the face and throat), phaeochromocytoma (high blood pressure due to a tumour near the kidneys), or liver or kidney dysfunction.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Halothane may interact with bronchodilators (e.g. aminophylline), antidepressants (e.g. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, citalopram), drugs treating abnormal heart rhythms (e.g. amiodarone, sotalol), HIV medication (e.g. efavirenz), medicines used to treat multiple sclerosis (e.g. fingolimod)
Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol consumption should be avoided.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Halothane contraindicated to use in a population with a history of unexplained jaundice or pyrexia after previous exposure to halothane and patients with known, or suspected, genetic predisposition to malignant hyperpyrexia (severe reaction).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeYou are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Halothane.
Pregnancy
cautionHalothane should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Halothane if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
unsafeHalothane is excreted into the breast milk. Breastfeeding should be stopped for 24 hours after halothane anaesthesia.
Driving
unsafePatients should not drive or operate heavy machinery for at least 24 hours after receiving halothane.
Liver
cautionCaution should be exercised while using Halothane in patients with liver impairment. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Halothane if you have a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionCaution should be exercised while using Halothane in patients with Kidney impairment. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Halothane if you have a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionChildren under 18 years of age undergoing dental procedures outside the hospital are not recommended to use.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Pain is not a disease but a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or intermittent. The tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person. Pain can be generalized (overall body aches) or localized (affecting a specific body area). Pain can be considered a good thing as it helps us know something is wrong in the body and helps diagnose the condition. The common causes of pain include headache, muscle strain, cramps, cuts, bone fractures, arthritis and stomach aches.
FAQs
Halothane is used for the induction and maintenance of general anaesthesia.
Halothane contains ' Halothane' is an inhaled, general anaesthetic. It acts on the brain and causes unconsciousness.
Halothane may affect your heart rhythm. Disturbances of the heart rhythm are very common. Your anaesthetist will quickly deal with any problems that arise during your operation.
Exposure to halothane within three months should be avoided unless there are strong reasons. Your anaesthetist will weigh the benefits and the risks.
