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Medicines desfluraneQuestion & answer

desflurane · Medicine question

What is desflurane used for in adults undergoing surgery?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Desflurane is an inhaled agent used to induce and/or maintain anaesthesia in adults undergoing inpatient or outpatient surgery.

Sources for this answer

Desflurane 100% v/v Inhalation vapour, liquidBaxter Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 8Document updated 7 August 2025

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