Pack size: 1 Injection  |  Price is for the whole Injection

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Generic: Etomidate

Form: Injection 2mg/ml

Indication

Anaesthesia

Administration

IV Administration Inject undiluted by direct IV injection over 30-60 sec; do not administer by prolonged IV infusion Inject into large forearm vein

Adult Dose

General Anesthesia Induction 0.3-0.6 mg/kg IVP over 30-60 sec

Child Dose

General Anesthesia Induction <10 years: Safety and efficacy not established >10 years: 0.3-0.6 mg/kg IVP over 30-60 sec

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity. Reduced or at risk of reduced adrenocortical function. Porphyria.

Mode of Action

Etomidate is a carboxylated imidazole. It is a sedative and hypnotic agent used commonly for induction anaesthesia.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['General Anaesthesia']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Headache', 'Fatigue', 'Weakness', 'Fever', 'Muscle pain']}

How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Breastfeeding can be resumed as soon as the mother has recovered sufficiently from general anesthesia to nurse.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of __NAME__ is recommended.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.