Etomidate Flashcards
1
Q
Other name
A
Amidate
2
Q
Class
A
Hypnotic
Anesthetic
3
Q
Actions
A
Non barbituate hypnotic that acts on GABA and depresses the RAS. Minimal cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
4
Q
Indications
A
Induction and maintainance of anesthesia to facilitate intubation.
5
Q
Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity
Controversial for use in septic shock
6
Q
Side effects
A
Myoclonic muscle movements hyper/hypotension Arrhythmias N/V Pain at injection site
