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Enflurane - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Enflurane Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Enflurane-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Enflurane brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Enflurane
Pronunciation : en-flu-rane
ICD Code : Y48.3 Therapeutic Classification : Local Anesthetics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Enflurane

International :


Ethrane

Why is Enflurane Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a structural isomer of isoflurane, prescribed for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.

When should Enflurane not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in people with known or suspected genetic susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia (Life threatening condition with an elevated body temperature triggered by exposure to certain drugs used for general anesthesia).

What is the dosage of Enflurane?

Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia- Adult: Induction- 0.4% v/v in air, O2 or nitrous oxide-oxygen mixtures, increase by increments of 0.5% v/v every few breaths to a max of 4.5%. Maintenance: 0.5-3% v/v. do not exceed 3% v/v during spontaneous respiration.

How should Enflurane be taken?

It comes as a solution for inhalation, to be administered by a trained anesthesia professional.

What are the warnings and precautions for Enflurane?

• Patient may develop with increased risk of abnormal heart rate/rhythm, monitor patient condition carefully during and after the treatment.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, lungs, liver or kidney impairment; elderly, obesity, epilepsy, during pregnancy and lactation.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Enflurane?

Most Common- High body temperature, hallucinations, abnormal heart rhythm, fainting or lightheadedness, dizziness and drowsiness.
Miscellaneous- Headache, nausea, vomiting, shivering, difficulty in breathing and yellowing of eyes or skin.

What are the other precautions for Enflurane?

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
It may cause mental or mood changes, if it so consult with your doctor.

What are the storage conditions for Enflurane?

Store it room temperature (5º-30ºC).

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