Country: Australia
Language: English
Source: Department of Health (Therapeutic Goods Administration)
Isoflurane
Baxter Healthcare Pty Ltd
Medicine Registered
AERRANE (isoflurane) Consumer Medicine Information AERRANE CMI Amended 060616 Page 1 of 4 Baxter AERRANE _WHAT IS AERRANE: _ AERRANE is one of a family of drugs called halogenated anaesthetics which are administered by inhalation by an anaesthetist when you go for surgery. It is a colourless liquid supplied in an amber coloured glass bottle. It is given by your anaesthetist using a vaporiser specifically designed for use with AERRANE. _WHAT AERRANE IS USED FOR: _ AERRANE is a special mixture of anaesthetic drug used for inducing and maintaining heavy sleep during surgery. It is administered by inhalation by your anaesthetist. The medication produces loss of consciousness and pain sensations during the surgery. AERRANE is washed out quickly from the body via the lungs so that recovery from the anaesthetic is rapid once the drug has been stopped. Your doctor will help you understand the benefits of taking AERRANE during surgery in your case. _BEFORE YOU RECEIVE AERRANE: _ BEFORE YOU ARE DUE TO RECEIVE IT _You must tell your doctor if: _ 1. You have previously had any problems with a general anaesthetic. 2. You, or anyone in your family has malignant hyperthermia (a rare special type of severe fever). 3. You have allergies to: - AERRANE (if you have had this anaesthetic before and experienced allergic reaction). - Halogenated anaesthetic agents which are breathed in to induce anaesthesia. 4. You have or have had the following medical conditions: Read the complete document