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Waste anesthetic gases (WAGs) are volatile anesthetic gases (e.g., isoflurane, nitrous oxide, desflurane, and sevoflurane) used during a medical or surgical procedure to alleviate pain and/or distress. Exposure to WAGs may result in adverse health effects.
Symptoms of Exposure
Acute
- Headache
- Nausea
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Difficulties in judgement and coordination
Chronic
- Liver & Kidney disease
- Reproductive effects
Safety Considerations
If you can SMELL Isoflurane, you are being exposed!
WARNING: There are no safe exposure limits for staff who are pregnant or suspect they are pregnant.
If you suspect that there is a risk for exposure, contact the EH&S Industrial Hygiene Office to discuss their sampling services at 352-392-1591.
Training and Resources
- Waste Anesthetic Gas Fact Sheet
- WAG Online Training (UF_EHS884) is recommended for those working with anesthetic gases. The course covers the following topics:
- Potential risks of anesthetic gases
- Appropriate setup of a waste scavenging system
- Best practices for animal procedures involving anesthetic gas, waste disposal, and emergency response
- Compressed Gas Cylinders Rules
- Pharmaceutical Product Rules
