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Halothane
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Stability
Usual Dosage
Administration
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(HA loe thane)

U.S. Brand Names
Fluothane®

Generic Available

No


Pharmacological Index

General Anesthetic


Use

General induction and maintenance of anesthesia (inhalation)


Pregnancy Risk Factor

C


Stability

Halothane mixed with oxygen or air is not flammable or explosive


Usual Dosage

Maintenance concentration varies from 0.5% to 1.5%


Administration

With oxygen or a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen


Dosage Forms

Liquid: 125 mL, 250 mL


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