Information about Enflurane

Generic Name : Enflurane
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Enflurane are provided here.

Pronunciation : en-flu-rane

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Enflurane, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y48.3 Therapeutic Classification : Local Anesthetics

Trade Names/Brand 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.