Methoxyflurane Drug Sheet Flashcards
1
Q
Methoxyflurane
- Contraindications
A
- Concurrent use with tetra-cyclic antibiotics
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Pt or Fm Hx of malignant hyperthermia
- Exceeded 6ml in past 24 hours
- Pre-existing renal disease or impairment
2
Q
Methoxyflurane
- Pharmacology
A
Inhalation analgesic at low concertrations
3
Q
Methoxyflurane
-Metabolism
A
Excreted mainly by lungs
By liver
4
Q
Methoxyflurane
-Presentation
A
3ml liquid
5
Q
Methoxyflurane
-side effects
A
Drowsiness
Decreases BP and Bradycardia
Exceeded 6ml in 24hr may cause renal toxicity
6
Q
Methoxyflurane
- Route of administration
A
Inhaled through Penthrox inhaler
7
Q
Methoxyflurane
- Precautions
A
- Must be self administered in case of loss of consciousness
- Pre-Eclampsia
- Concurrent use with oxytocin may cause hypotension
8
Q
How long does Methoxyflurane provide analgesia?
A
Approximately 25 minutes for 3ml
9
Q
How many breaths does a patient need to take before analgesic affects are achieved?
A
8-10 breaths
10
Q
How long after discontinuation of inhalation will affects last?
A
3-5 minutes
