Penthrox
Penthrox is a medicine that contains methoxyflurane and is used for pain relief by inhaling it through a Penthrox inhaler.
Form
inhalaatiohöyry, neste
Strength
99.9%, 3 ml
Active Ingredient
Methoxyflurane
Manufacturer
Medical Developments NED B.V.
How to Use
Dosage
One to two 3 ml Penthrox bottles can be used per single administration.
Method
Your healthcare provider will prepare the inhaler. Breathe in through the mouthpiece for pain relief. For stronger relief, cover the transparent charcoal chamber opening with your finger.
Important
Do not use more than two 3 ml bottles per single use.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dizziness
- •Drowsiness
- •Headache or nausea
- •Feeling very happy
- •Feeling intoxicated
- •Taste changes
- •Cough
RARE
- •Anxiety or depression
- •Difficulty concentrating
- •Inappropriate feelings or behavior
- •Repeating words or speech difficulties
- •Memory loss
- •Tingling or prickling skin on hands and feet
- •Numbness
- •Vision disturbances
- •Skin reddening
- •High or low blood pressure
- •Dry mouth
- •Uncomfortable or itchy feeling in the mouth
- •Increased salivation
- •Increased appetite
- •Vomiting
- •Sweating
- •Fatigue
- •Feeling abnormal or strange
- •Chills
- •Feeling relaxed
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to methoxyflurane or similar anesthetics.
- Do not use if you or your family have a history of malignant hyperthermia (very high fever, fast heartbeat, muscle spasms after anesthesia).
- Do not use if you have severe kidney problems or liver damage from previous anesthetics.
- Do not use if your consciousness is changed for any reason (e.g., from head injury, drugs, or alcohol).
- Do not use if you have severe heart or circulation problems or shallow/difficult breathing.
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- This medicine is not for children.
- Tell your healthcare provider immediately if you have trouble breathing while using Penthrox.
- Do not drink alcohol while using Penthrox, as it can make the medicine's effects stronger.