This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Other topics and Adverse effects, Subject name: Pharmacology
As a general anaesthetic, halothane has the following advantages EXCEPT: 
Select and explain. 
A. Very good analgesic action, B. Non-inflammable and non-explosive, C. Reasonably rapid induction of anaesthesia, D. Pleasant and non-irritating
A: Very good analgesic action
Answer: A: Very good analgesic action 
Explanation: (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.