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Blog #8

26 Apr 2021, 13:59 Publicly Viewable

Inhalation drugs

System

Effects

CNS

Fast smooth induction. Increased cerebral blood flow and increased intracranial pressure.

Enflurane can cause convulsions

Cardiovascular

Decreases BP. Some drugs sensitize the myocardium like Halothane

Renal & Hepatic

Halothane is hepatotoxic

Uterus

Decreased muscle contractions

What are the major toxic effects of inhalation drugs?

  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Cardiac arrhythmias
  • Postoperative nausea and vomiting
  • Respiratory depression and irritation