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Isoflurane

Inhalation agent
11 brands · 8 makers
Isoflurane is an inhalation agent used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. Isoflurane is listed in Nepal's National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM, Sixth Revision 2021) under Anaesthetics, Perioperatve Medicines and Medical Gases.
Generic nameisoflurane
Therapeutic classAnaesthetics, Perioperatve Medicines and Medical Gases > 1.1.1 Inhalational medicines
Form & strength (NLEM)Inhalation
Source / स्रोतNational List of Essential Medicines Nepal (2021); NepalDoc medicine catalog

What it's for

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation may be used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. Adequate data have not been developed to establish its application in obstetrical anesthesia.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Isoflurane. Full label: DailyMed.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation may be used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. Adequate data have not been developed to establish its application in obstetrical anesthesia. Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation, a general anesthetic, is an inhalation agent indicated for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Isoflurane. Full label: DailyMed.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation should be administered only by persons trained in the administration of general anesthesia. Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation should only be delivered using a vaporizer specifically designed and designated for use with isoflurane. The administration of general anesthesia must be individualized and titrated based on the patient's age and clinical status.

Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.

CONTRAINDICATIONS Isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation is contraindicated in patients: in whom general anesthesia is contraindicated. with known sensitivity to isoflurane, USP liquid for inhalation or to other halogenated agents. with known or suspected genetic susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia.

Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Malignant Hyperthermia: Malignant hyperthermia may occur, especially in individuals with known or suspected susceptibility based on genetic factors or family history. Discontinue triggering agents, administer intravenous dantrolene sodium, and apply supportive therapies. Perioperative Hyperkalemia: Perioperative hyperkalemia may occur. Patients with latent or overt neuromuscular disease, particularly with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, appear to be most vulnerable. Early, aggressive intervention is recommended.

Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

6. ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5%) are agitation, cough, breath holding, nausea, chills/shivering, vomiting, laryngospasm, delirium. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Mullan Pharmaceutical Inc. at 1-800-673-9839 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.

11 products from 8 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:

BrandCompositionMakerPack
Aerrane SolutionIsofluraneBaxter Healthcare
Forane SolutionIsofluraneAbbott India Ltd.
Isoflurane SolutionIsofluraneAbbott India Ltd.
Isotroy 100ml SolutionIsoflurane (100ml)Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Forane InhalerIsoflurane (NA)Abbottbottle of 100 ml Inhaler
Isifrane 250 Liquid for InhalationIsoflurane (250mg)Abbottbottle of 250 ml Inhaler
Isoflurane Usp Liquid For InhalationIsoflurane (NA)Baxter India Pvt Ltdbottle of 100 ml Solution for inhalation
Isorane Liquid For InhalationIsoflurane (NA)Raman Weil Pvt Ltdbottle of 100 ml Solution for inhalation
Isorane SolutionIsoflurane (NA)Raman Weil Pvt Ltdbottle of 250 ml Solution for inhalation
Isotroy Solution for inhalationIsoflurane (NA)Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltdpacket of 100 ml Solution for inhalation
Sosrane Liquid For InhalationIsoflurane (100%)Neon Laboratories Ltdbottle of 100 ml Solution for inhalation

Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.

16.2 Storage Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).

Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.

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