About sevoflurane
Inhaled general anesthetic
Used for
- Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia during surgery
Usual adult dose
Given by an anesthesia professional through a vaporizer; inhaled concentration is adjusted to surgical needs.
Usual dose in children
Given by an anesthesia professional; inhaled concentration is adjusted to the child and procedure.
Common side effects
- Nausea and vomiting
- Low blood pressure or slow heart rate
- Cough or breathing changes
- Agitation or confusion after anesthesia
Important warnings
- Can cause serious breathing or heart problems; requires continuous monitoring.
- Rarely, may trigger malignant hyperthermia, a life-threatening reaction.
- May increase potassium levels, especially in some patients with muscle disorders.
- Can impair judgment and coordination after anesthesia.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically necessary; anesthesia decisions depend on the procedure and pregnancy stage.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can generally resume once the patient is awake and able to feed; confirm with the anesthesia team.
Interactions
- Other anesthetics, opioids, and sedatives can increase breathing and blood pressure effects.
- Non-depolarizing muscle relaxants may have stronger effects.
- Epinephrine and some stimulant medicines can increase abnormal heart rhythm risk.
- Succinylcholine may contribute to dangerous potassium elevation in susceptible patients.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.