Etomidate (amidate)

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Class

Sedative/hypnotic
Description

Ultra short acting, no barbituraNH hypnotic. No analgesic properties. Induction agent for RSI
Mechanism of Action

Rapid induction of anesthesia w/ minimal respiratory and cardio effects. No histamine release
Onset of Action
- Onset: 10-20 sec
- Peak: <1 min
- Duration: 3-5 min
- Half-life: 30-70 min
IndicationIndication

Induction agent for RSI
Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity
Precautions
- Caution w/ hypotension
- Severe asthma
- Cardiovascular disease
Side Effects
- Myoclonicskeletal muscle movement
- Apnea
- Hyper/hypoventilation
- Laryngospasm
- Hyper/hypotension
- Tachy/bradycardia
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Pain @ injection site
Adult Dose

0.1-0.3mg/kg over 15-30sec
Pedi Dose
- > 10yrs: same as adult
- < 10yrs: not indicated
Max Dose

1 dose
Route of Administration

IV
How supplied

Vials

Author

156783

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Etomidate (amidate)

Description

Etidate (amidate)

Updated

2012-06-01T14:29:03Z

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