halothane
The text below is quoted verbatim from approved veterinary drug labels published by the US FDA (Animal Drugs @ FDA) and DailyMed.
Indications (2)
Animals (nonfood) (1)
For nonfood animals for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia.
Not for use in animals intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Halothane, USP
Nonfood animals (1)
For nonfood animals for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia.
Administered by inhalation. May be administered with either oxygen or a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide. Place drug vaporizer between the gas supply and breathing bag to prevent overdosage. Not recommended for obstetrical anesthesia except when uterine relaxation is required. Do not use in pregnant animals. Information on possible adverse effects on fetal development is not available. Operating rooms should have adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of anesthetic gases. Not for use in animals intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Fluothane
Dosage (2)
Animals (nonfood) (1)
Two to 5 percent of inhaled atmosphere for induction of anesthesia; 0.5 to 2 percent for maintenance of anesthesia.
Inhalation
Not for use in animals intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Halothane, USP
Nonfood animals (1)
Two to 5 percent of inhaled atmosphere for induction of anesthesia; 0.5 to 2 percent for maintenance of anesthesia.
Inhalation
Administered by inhalation. May be administered with either oxygen or a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide. Place drug vaporizer between the gas supply and breathing bag to prevent overdosage. Not recommended for obstetrical anesthesia except when uterine relaxation is required. Do not use in pregnant animals. Information on possible adverse effects on fetal development is not available. Operating rooms should have adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of anesthetic gases. Not for use in animals intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Fluothane
Available strengths (1)
| Product | Dosage form | Available strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Fluothane | Liquid | The drug is a colorless, odorless, nonflammable, non-explosive, heavy liquid containing 0.01 percent thymol as a preservative. |