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Noun: halothane  'ha-lu,theyn
  1. A nonflammable inhalation anaesthetic that produces general anaesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures

Derived forms: halothanes

Type of: inhalation anaesthetic, inhalation anesthetic, inhalation general anaesthetic, inhalation general anesthetic

Encyclopedia: Halothane