NDAINHALATIONLIQUIDPriority Review
Approved
Mar 1958
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
1/8 — Limited
Priority Review
Drug data last refreshed 43m ago · AI intelligence enriched 2w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Halothane (Fluothane) is a volatile halogenated anesthetic administered by inhalation as a liquid for vaporization during general anesthesia. It has been used since 1958 for induction and maintenance of anesthesia in surgical and diagnostic procedures. The drug works through CNS depression via enhancement of inhibitory neurotransmission, though its exact mechanism remains incompletely characterized.
LOE Approaching
This legacy anesthetic faces declining market adoption as newer alternatives gain preference, suggesting limited team expansion and a focus on managed decline.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Career Relevance
Working on Fluothane offers limited growth trajectory and focuses on defensive commercialization and operational efficiency in a mature, declining category. Career progression would depend on cross-functional responsibilities rather than brand expansion.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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