Which of the following opioids is not given intrathecally ?
Correct answer: A. Remifentanil
- A. Remifentanil
- B. Morphine
- C. Sufentanil
- D. Fentanyl
Explanation
Morphine, fentanyl and sufentanil are established neuraxial opioids, whereas remifentanil is not routinely given intrathecally because of its extremely rapid metabolism and limited established intrathecal use.
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