Methoxflurane

Question 1

What is the mechanism of action for Methoxyflurane?

Answer 1

●Inhaled analgesia. The MOA is u clear.

Question 2

What are the indications for methoxyflurane?

Answer 2

●Moderate to severe pain, participants when there is a significant delay for opiate analgesia.

Question 3

Waht are the contraindications of Methoxyflurane?

Answer 3

●Known severe allergy.
●Personal or family history of malignant hyperthermia.
●Known renal impairment.
Had within the last week. (Increases risk of renal impairment.)

Question 4

What are the cautions of Methoxyflurane?

Answer 4

●Aged greater than 75 years old, particularly frail.
●Pre-eclampsia (renal impairment is likely.)
●Confined space.
●Acute exacerbation of chronic pain.

Question 5

What is the adult dose of Methoxyflurane?

Answer 5

●Maximum of 6mls for aged 12 years and over.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Methoxyflurane?

Answer 6

●Sedation.
●Feeling lightheaded.