Methoxyflurane

Question 1

Methoxyflurane: Introduction

Answer 1

A halogenated agent that produces a powerful modification of the awareness of pain with an associated light headed sensation

Question 2

Methoxyflurane: Indication

Answer 2

Pain

Question 3

Methoxyflurane: Contraindication

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Methoxyflurane: Considerations

Answer 4

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Lightheaded
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Nausea
Malignant Hypothermia