Inhalation Anesthetics

Products Inhalation anesthetics are commercially available as volatile liquids or as gases for inhalation. Structure and properties Most inhalation anesthetics are halogenated ethers or hydrocarbons. Also used are inorganic compounds such as the gaseous nitrous oxide. The halogenated representatives exist as volatile liquids with a different boiling point. Because of their odor and irritant properties, … Inhalation Anesthetics

Auxiliary Materials

Definition On the one hand, drugs contain the active ingredients that mediate the pharmacological effects. On the other hand, they consist of excipients, which are used for the production or to support and regulate the drug effect. Placebos, which consist only of excipients and contain no active ingredients, are an exception. Excipients can be of … Auxiliary Materials

Sevoflurane: Effects, Uses & Risks

Sevoflurane has a hypnotic and muscle relaxant effect. The drug is therefore used in anesthesia before surgical procedures. Sevoflurane is inhaled through a mask and places the patient in a state of general anesthesia. The medication is individually tailored to the patient and closely monitored by healthcare professionals. Sevoflurane can cause side effects such as … Sevoflurane: Effects, Uses & Risks

Sevoflurane

Products Sevoflurane is commercially available as a liquid (Sevorane, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1995. Structure and properties Sevoflurane (C4H3F7O, Mr = 200.1 g/mol) exists as a clear, colorless, and volatile liquid with a mild, ether-like odor that is sparingly soluble in water. It is an ether that is fluorinated seven … Sevoflurane

General anesthesia for a cold

What is general anesthesia? General anesthesia is called general anesthesia. General anesthesia is a procedure in which the patient is put into an artificial deep sleep and the consciousness and many natural reactions of the body are switched off. Independent breathing is also suppressed so that the patient has to be artificially ventilated. In addition, … General anesthesia for a cold

General anesthesia in adults during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold

General anesthesia in adults during a cold A cold typically includes coughing and rhinitis. Both affect the airways. In the case of a cold (rhinitis), the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract are inflamed and swell up, resulting in a blocked nose. As a general rule, general anesthesia is best performed on a healthy patient. … General anesthesia in adults during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold

General anesthesia for children during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold

General anesthesia for children during a cold General anesthesia is more often used in children than local anesthesia, as they often do not yet understand the circumstances and become restless in the unfamiliar situation. In principle, children have the same risks of a general anaesthetic as adults. However, the risk of complications affecting the respiratory … General anesthesia for children during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold

Other possible side effects after general anesthesia | Side effects of general anesthesia

Other possible side effects after general anesthesia In some cases, headaches and headaches with nausea occur after anesthesia. Although headaches are typical side effects of regional anaesthesia such as spinal or epidural anaesthesia, some patients report headaches as side effects after general anaesthesia. If headaches occur after general anaesthesia, the causes are rarely to be … Other possible side effects after general anesthesia | Side effects of general anesthesia

Memory disorders | Side effects of general anesthesia

Memory disorders In the context of anesthesia, drugs are often administered specifically to cause retrograde amnesia. This means that patients should lose their memories after an often unpleasant and painful procedure. Drugs that cause this memory altering effect are for example benzodiazepines, which are administered before the operation to calm the patient. Anaesthetics such as … Memory disorders | Side effects of general anesthesia

Side effects of general anesthesia in elderly people | Side effects of general anesthesia

Side effects of general anesthesia in elderly people Older people are generally exposed to the same risks under general anesthesia as younger people. Injuries may occur when inserting the breathing tube (intubation), followed by sore throats due to slight injuries to the mucous membranes. Injury to the teeth during intubation is also possible. Furthermore, allergic … Side effects of general anesthesia in elderly people | Side effects of general anesthesia

Side effects of general anesthesia in children | Side effects of general anesthesia

Side effects of general anesthesia in children Even in children, certain side effects can occur after general anesthesia.Very small children are often very restless, crying or screaming for 10-15 minutes after waking up. This is due to a temporary state of confusion caused by the general anesthesia. Some children complain of nausea or vomiting after … Side effects of general anesthesia in children | Side effects of general anesthesia