Isoflurane Flashcards
1
Q
What is isoflurane?
A
Halogenated methyl ethyl ether
2
Q
What is the molecular weight of isoflurane?
A
184
3
Q
What is the boiling point of isoflurane?
A
48.5 degrees C
4
Q
What is the SVP at 20 degrees C of isoflurane?
A
33.2
5
Q
What is the oil:gas coefficient of isoflurane?
A
98
6
Q
What is the blood:gas coefficient of isoflurane?
A
1.4
7
Q
Whats the MAC of isoflurane in 100% O2?
A
1.17
8
Q
What is the MAC of isoflurane in 70% N2O?
A
0.56
9
Q
What % of isoflurane is metabolised?
A
0.2%
10
Q
What are the CVS effects of isoflurane?
A
Decreases SVR, MAP
Increases HR ++
Cardiac output unaffected
