Etomidate (hypnomidate)

Etomidate is a sedative and anesthetic remedy that acts quickly to depress the central nervous system and promote loss of consciousness and, therefore, is widely used in surgeries, together with inhaled anesthetic.

Ethomidate is known commercially as Hypnomidate, but it cannot be purchased in conventional pharmacies, since its use is restricted to health professionals in hospitals.

Indications for etomidate

Etomidate is indicated for the induction of general anesthesia that can be maintained with ianalator anesthetics.

How to use etomidate

The mode of use of etomidate should be indicated by an anesthetist, because this medicine should only be used by health professionals in hospitals.

Side effects of etomidate

The main side effects of etomidate include decreased blood pressure, difficulty breathing, vomiting, nausea and hives on the skin.

Contraindications for etomidate

Etomidate is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to etomidate or other components of the formula.