Noun: halothane 'ha-lu,theyn
- A nonflammable inhalation anaesthetic that produces general anaesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures
"The anesthesiologist administered halothane before the surgery began"
Derived forms: halothanes
Type of: inhalation anaesthetic, inhalation anesthetic, inhalation general anaesthetic, inhalation general anesthetic
Encyclopedia: Halothane