Methoxyflurane Flashcards
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Methoxyflurane: Introduction
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A halogenated agent that produces a powerful modification of the awareness of pain with an associated light headed sensation
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Methoxyflurane: Indication
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Pain
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Methoxyflurane: Contraindication
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Patients who are unable to understand or cooperate
Patients with severe renal impairment
Patients with head injury and altered consciousness that prevents cooperation with its use
Hypersensitivity eg malignant hypothermia
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Methoxyflurane: Considerations
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mHDNDL
Lightheaded
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Nausea
Malignant Hypothermia
