Is There Another Name for Etomidate? A Comprehensive Guide
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With an incidence of myoclonus (involuntary muscle jerks) as high as 50-80% in non-premedicated patients, etomidate is a potent anesthetic with a distinct profile [1.5.4, 1.5.7]. So, is there another name for etomidate? Yes, this medication is most widely known by its brand name, Amidate [1.2.4].
