Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation

Description

Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation is a general anesthetic. It is used in major surgical procedures. It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress. This medicine is used in a hospital setting only. Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation causes loss of consciousness which is reversible. It is administered under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse in a hospital or clinical setting. You should not self-administer this medicine. The most common side effects include shivering, nausea, vomiting, high-grade fever, decreased blood pressure, and irregular heartbeat. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any known allergy to this medicine before the start of the procedure. It may cause an increase in intracranial pressure which is the pressure inside the skull which can affect the ability to drive. It is also advised not to operate machinery because of these effects.

Introduction

In General Anaesthesia Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation is a general anesthetic. It is used to induce a reversible loss of sensation and consciousness during major surgeries in a hospital setting by a specialised doctor known as an anaesthetist. It is generally very safe, works quite quickly and will allow carrying out of the procedure without causing pain and distress.

Benefits

Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation is put into a special anaesthetic machine (vaporiser) where it becomes a gas. Thereafter, it mixes with the oxygen that you breathe in, and induces reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

How to use

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Isifrane 250 Liquid for Inhalation is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : - No interaction found/established - Kidney : - No interaction found/established - Liver : - No interaction found/established