Desflurane
Indications
- Induction of anaesthesia (but not recommended)
- Maintenance of anaesthesia (in nitrous oxide–oxygen)
- Maintenance of anaesthesia (in oxygen or oxygen-enriched air)
Drug Interactions
12 drug interactions identified for Desflurane. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
volatile halogenated anaesthetics Can trigger malignant hyperthermia; raised intracranial pressure (can increase cerebrospinal pressure)...
Side Effects
volatile halogenated anaesthetics Common or very common Agitation; apnoea; arrhythmias; chills; cough; dizziness; headache; hypersalivation; hypertension; hypotension; nausea; respiratory disorders; v...
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset
Last reviewed: 2026
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