The anaesthetic agent which should NOT be used in a patient with previous history of halothane induces hepatitis is:
Correct Answer: Methoxyflurane
Description: Halothane causes idiosyncratic type liver injury. It is genetically predisposed. Jaundice is usually noted 7-10 days after the exposure. Because of the cross reaction between halothane and methoxyflurane, it should not be used in a patient with halothane reaction. Ref: Harrison, Edition-18, Page-2564
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