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US brand names:Suprane
Volatile halogenated ether. Enhances inhibitory neurotransmission (GABA, glycine) and inhibits excitatory channels (NMDA, nAChR). Very low blood:gas solubility (0.42).
Requires heated vaporizer (near boiling point at room temperature). Pungent — causes airway irritation, not suitable for mask induction. Fastest recovery of all inhalants. Expensive.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | INHALATION | See the cited source for the printed regimen | Continuous vaporizer delivery | Strong | Grubb T. Gas anesthetics: Where are we now? Presented at: Proceedings: IVECCS; 2004. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.377 (2026-08-01). — Plumb's 10th ed (held) printed p.349, Desflurane monograph spanning p.349-350; page located 2026-08-05 from the book's own running heads, verified to name the drug in its body text. — SOURCE EDITION: Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook — ISBN 9781394172207, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781394172207 |
| Dog (Domestic) | INHALATION | See the cited source for the printed regimen | Continuous vaporizer delivery | Strong | Grubb T. Gas anesthetics: Where are we now? Presented at: Proceedings: IVECCS; 2004. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.377 (2026-08-01). — Plumb's 10th ed (held) printed p.349, Desflurane monograph spanning p.349-350; page located 2026-08-05 from the book's own running heads, verified to name the drug in its body text. — SOURCE EDITION: Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook — ISBN 9781394172207, |
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