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Enflurane

Generic Name
Enflurane
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C3H2ClF5O
CAS Number
13838-16-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
91I69L5AY5

Overview

Enflurane is a halogenated inhalational anesthetic initially approved by the FDA in 1972. Since this date, it has been withdrawn from the US market. Unlike its other inhalational anesthetic counterparts including isoflurane and halothane, enflurane is known to induce seizure activity. In addition, it is known to cause increased cardio depressant effects when compared to other inhaled anesthetics.

Indication

Enflurane may be used for both the induction and maintenance of general anesthesia. It can also be used to induce analgesia for vaginal delivery. Low concentrations of enflurane can also be used as an adjunct to general anesthetic drugs during delivery by Cesarean section.

Associated Conditions

  • Analgesia
  • General Anesthesia

Clinical Trials

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Posted
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2008/12/29
Not Applicable
Completed
Nanjing Medical University

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Health Canada Drug Approvals

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ENFLURANE
00778370
Liquid - Inhalation
99.9 %
12/31/1993
ETHRANE LIQUID INH
baxter corporation
02188899
Liquid - Inhalation
100 %
2/20/1997
ETHRANE LIQ INH
ohmeda pharmaceutical products, division of boc canada limited
02056674
Liquid - Inhalation
100 %
9/18/1996

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