HALOTHANE Liquid 250ml binds with certain receptors and ion channels, which in turn induces unconsciousness and sedation.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for HALOTHANE Liquid 250ml

Low blood pressure

Nausea and vomiting severe

Difficulty in breathing

Rise in body temperature

Shivering

Uses of HALOTHANE Liquid 250ml
What is it prescribed for?

Anesthesia
This medicine is used to induce and maintain anesthesia during surgical procedures.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the individuals.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary based on the individuals.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to HALOTHANE Liquid 250ml or any other ingredients present along with it.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

General Warnings

Labor and delivery
This medicine is not recommended for use during procedures associated with labor and delivery.

Drowsiness
This medicine may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery after treatment with this medicine.

Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Hypotension
Patients undergoing anesthesia with HALOTHANE Liquid 250ml should be monitored closely for early signs of severe hypotension (low blood pressure) and/or cardiac depression. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered before and during a surgical procedure by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Selegiline severe

Isocarboxazid severe

Phenelzine severe

Clozapine severe

General Instructions

This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines including herbs and supplements as well as all your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.

Other details

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

References

pubchem –
Halothane [Internet].
Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/halothane
[cited 2/12/2021].
2021