Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion is a product of B Braun Medical Pvt Ltd

Composition: Etomidate (20mg/10ml)

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All Details About Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion

Description:

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion is a general anesthetic. It is used in major surgical procedures. It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress. It is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. This medicine is used in a hospital setting only.

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion causes loss of consciousness which is reversible. You may be monitored during the complete procedure to observe changes in vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, heartbeat and ventilation. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, weakness and fever.

This medicine is to be taken in the dosage and duration as advised by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from liver diseases. It is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers or patients of kidney diseases.

Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any known allergy to this medicine before the start of the procedure. Driving should not be done as this medicine may cause sleepiness and may impair your ability to think or react. It is also advised not to operate machinery because of these effects.

Uses:

General Anaesthesia

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self-administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Etomidate Lipuro

Headache
Chubbyigue
Weakness
Fever
Muscle pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding can be resumed as soon as the mother has recovered sufficiently from general anesthesia to nurse.

Driving

UNSAFE

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Does Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion cause hypotension/ respiratory depression/ adrenal suppression?

Affirmative. Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion is known to cause hypotension, respiratory depression and adrenal suppression

Is Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion used for conscious sedation?

Affirmative. Etomidate Lipuro 20mg Infusion is used for conscious sedation.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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