Halothane BP 250ml Online. Halothane BP (RS) 2-bromo-2-chloro-1.1.1 trifluoroethane stabilised with thymol 0.01 % w/w is a colourless volatile liquid.

Indications

‘Halothane’ is a volatile anaesthetic which is suitable for the induction and maintenance of anaesthesia for all types of surgery and in patients of all ages.

It is contraindicated in patients with a previous history of malignant hyperpyrexia. Or those susceptible to malignant hyperpyrexia.

Fluothane® (halothane, USP) is available in unit packages of 125 mL (NDC 0046-3125-81) and 250 mL (NDC 0046-3125-82) of halothane, USP, stabilized with 0.01% thymol (w/w) and up to 0.00025% ammonia (w/w).

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Store at room temperature (approximately 25°C) in a tight, closed container.

Protect from light.

Use carton to protect contents from light.

It should only be administered by trained medical professionals due to its potential for respiratory depression, hypotension, and arrhythmias. Proper storage guidelines include keeping it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Halothane has been known to have negative environmental impacts if not disposed of properly and should be handled with care.

It belongs to the family of inhalational anesthetics, which are administered through inhalation via a mask or breathing tube. Halothane works by depressing the central nervous system, leading to loss of consciousness and muscle relaxation

This compound affects biochemical pathways involving methylenetetrahydrofolate (MTHF). Halocarbons like this compound are reduced to hydrocarbons by folate model compounds under biomimetic conditions. These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. ​ 2-Bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane is an inhalation anesthetic. In an effect believed to be independent of anesthesia, halothane inhibits the synthesis of 5-hydroxytryptamine in brain tissue, probably at the tryptophan hydroxylase step.