Manufacturer
BAXTER HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Contents
Desflurane
Indication
Induction and maintenance of general anesth.
Instruction
Adult: Induction: Initially, 3% v/v inhaled via calibrated vaporiser, increased in 0.5-1% increments every 2-3 breaths (end-tidal concentrations of 4-11% v/v). Maintenance: 2-6% v/v w/ nitrous oxide or 2.5-8.5% v/v in oxygen or oxygen-enriched air.
Child: Maintenance (after induction w/ agents other than desflurane): 5.2-10% v/v w/ or w/o nitrous oxide.
Drug interaction
Enhanced effects of neuromuscular blockers (e.g. atracurium) and muscle relaxants. Reduced minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) w/ opioids and benzodiazepines.