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==Introduction==

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'''Halothane''' was one of the most widely used inhalation agents in veterinary patients. However, it has now been overtaken by other agents such as [[Isoflurane|isoflurane]]. It is most commonly used to maintain anaesthesia after induction with an [[Injectable Agents|injectable agent]], although it has also been used to induce anaesthesia when injection is not possible e.g. poor intravenous access.  

'''Halothane''' was one of the most widely used inhalation agents in veterinary patients. However, it has now been overtaken by other agents such as [[Isoflurane|isoflurane]]. It is most commonly used to maintain anaesthesia after induction with an [[Injectable Agents|injectable agent]], although it has also been used to induce anaesthesia when injection is not possible e.g. poor intravenous access.  

==Contraindications==

==Contraindications==

Halothane should be avoided in patients with increased ICP, cardiac dysfunction, hepatic disease and susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia.

Halothane should be avoided in patients with increased ICP, cardiac dysfunction, hepatic disease and susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia.