Some halogenated anaesthetics have been reported to interact with dry carbon dioxide absorbent to form carbon monoxide. To date there is no evidence that this can occur with Sevoflurane. However, in order to minimize the risk of formation of carbon monoxide in re-breathing circuits and the possibility of elevated carboxy-haemoglobin levels, carbon dioxide absorbent should not be allowed to dry out.
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