Methoxyflurane Flashcards
1
Q
What type of drug is methoxyflurane?
A
Volatile inhalation anaesthetic and analgesic agent
2
Q
What is the action of methoxyflurane?
A
CNS depressant
3
Q
What is the indication for methoxy?
A
Pain relief of any origin
4
Q
What are the adverse effects of methoxy?
A
- ALOC
- Renal dysfunction
- Jaundice
5
Q
Contraindications for methoxy?
A
- Depressed LOC
- KSAR
- Malignant hyperthermia
6
Q
Precautions for methoxy?
A
- Renal disease
- Diabetes
- Antibiotic or barbiturate use
- Caution if pt unable to self administer
