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Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation

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Product introduction

Hypnothane 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.

Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is used to put a patient to sleep during a surgery to avoid pain to be felt during the surgery

Uses of Hypnothane Solution for inhalation

Benefits of Hypnothane Solution for inhalation

In General Anaesthesia

Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is a general anesthetic agent. It works by causing loss of consciousness for a certain duration of time. This helps to carry out major surgical procedures without causing pain or discomfort to the patient. It is given by a specialist doctor called an anesthetist in a hospital setup.

Side effects of Hypnothane Solution for inhalation

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Hypnothane

  • Shivering
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • High grade fever
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)

How to use Hypnothane Solution for inhalation

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hypnothane 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
Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

  • Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is given by a vaporizer under the supervision of a doctor only.
  • Your doctor will monitor you regularly for blood pressure, pulse rate and heartbeat during the treatment.
  • It makes you feel sleepy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Organofluoride derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
General anaesthetic agents

Patient concerns

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After knee auger pry her voice becomes course
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
Was he given general anaesthesia. It can be due to injury of the et tube
Baby of 5 months 7 days need to be circumcised as a part of religious practice.Wanted to know is it the right time for him and do local anaesthesia is used in procedure? What is the recovery time of this procedure and how much does this procedure cost?
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
Ny time u can get it done ideally general anaesthesia should be used recovery time is approx 1 week to 10 days cost depends on hospital u choose
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FAQs

Is Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation still used?

Yes, Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is still used as a safe anesthetic drug in many parts of the world

Is Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation flammable?

Hypnothane Liquid For Inhalation is potent inflammable nor explosive inhalational anaesthetic.

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References

  1. Patel PM, Patel HH, Roth DM. General Anesthetics and Therapeutic Gases. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 541-43.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 648-51.
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  5. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Address: 140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Country of origin: India

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