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Desflurane belongs to the group of medicines known as general anesthetics. Inhaled desflurane is used to cause general anesthesia (loss of consciousness) before and during surgery in adults. It is also used as a maintenance anesthesia in adults and children after receiving other anesthetics before and during surgery.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a trained doctor.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
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