Ultane

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Ultane

Ultane (pronounced: /ʌlˈteɪn/), also known as Sevoflurane, is a sweet-smelling, nonflammable, highly fluorinated methyl isopropyl ether used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.

Etymology

The term "Ultane" is a brand name for the generic drug Sevoflurane. The name "Sevoflurane" is derived from its chemical name, fluoromethyl 2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethyl ether.

Usage

Together with Desflurane, Ultane is replacing Isoflurane and Halothane in modern anesthesiology. It is preferred because of its rapid onset and offset.

Pharmacology

Ultane is a volatile anesthetic. It is always administered in conjunction with air and/or pure oxygen. Often Nitrous Oxide is also used. Although its physical properties imply that anesthetic induction with sevoflurane should be slower than with Desflurane, its low blood/gas partition coefficient makes its uptake by the blood extraordinarily fast.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Ultane include respiratory depression, cough, and nausea. More serious side effects may include malignant hyperthermia and kidney problems.

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