As a general anaesthetic, halothane has the following advantages EXCEPT:: (A) Very good analgesic action, (B) Non-inflammable and non-explosive, (C) Reasonably rapid induction of anaesthesia, (D) Pleasant and non-irritating
Answer is A. (Ref: KDT 6/e p372) Newer inhalationai anaesthetic agents like halothane, isoflurane etc. lack analgesic activity. All other advantages listed in the question are present in halothane.