Amidate Side Effects
Generic name: etomidate
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 10, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Amidate.
Applies to etomidate: parenteral injection Side Effects associated with etomidate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Amidate.
Applies to etomidate: parenteral injection.
Side effects include:
Injection site pain, skeletal muscle movements (e.g., myoclonic, averting, tonic, or ocular movements), postoperative nausea and vomiting.
Myoclonus occurs frequently. Most episodes are mild to moderate in severity, although disturbing movements reported occasionally. Usually bilateral. Administration of IV fentanyl immediately before induction has been shown to minimize incidence of skeletal muscle movements.
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