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Medicines desfluraneQuestion & answer

desflurane · Medicine question

Is desflurane indicated for use during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Desflurane is not indicated for use during pregnancy because adequate data on its use in pregnant women are lacking.

Sources for this answer

Desflurane 100% v/v Inhalation vapour, liquidBaxter Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 8Document updated 7 August 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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