Which of the following anaesthetic drugs is contraindicated in chronic renal failure –
Pethidine (Meperidine) is metabolized to form normeperidine (long half life) which is excreted by the kidney. Administration of pethidine to a patient with Chronic Renal Failure causes toxic accumulation of this metabo­lite and is hence contraindicated.
Morphine
Fentanyl
Pethidine
Atracurium