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SUPRANE (desflurane) , a nonflammable liquid administered via vaporizer, is a general inhalation anesthetic. It is (±)1,2,2,2-tetrafluoroethyl difluoromethyl ether:

Some physical constants are:

Some physical constants are:

Partition coefficients at 37°C:

Mean Component/Gas Partition Coefficients:

SUPRANE (desflurane) is nonflammable as defined by the requirements of International Electrotechnical Commission 601-2-13.

SUPRANE (desflurane) is a colorless, volatile liquid below 22.8°C. Data indicate that SUPRANE (desflurane) is stable when stored under normal room lighting conditions according to instructions.

SUPRANE (desflurane) is chemically stable. The only known degradation reaction is through prolonged direct contact with soda lime producing low levels of fluoroform (CHF3). The amount of CHF3 obtained is similar to that produced with MAC-equivalent doses of isoflurane. No discernible degradation occurs in the presence of strong acids.

SUPRANE (desflurane) does not corrode stainless steel, brass, aluminum, anodized aluminum, nickel plated brass, copper, or beryllium.

Last reviewed on RxList: 4/27/2010
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