| Literature DB >> 22930488 |
Lip Min Soh, Kirun Gunganah, Scott A Akker, Philip Jones, Hasanin Khachi, Kumbirai Dodzo, William M Drake.
Abstract
We describe a protocol for etomidate infusion for the emergency management of hypercortisolemia. Etomidate is commenced at 2.5 mg/h and titrated subsequently according to cortisol levels. It is well tolerated without any sedative effects and can be administered safely via peripheral access for use in the general ward setting.Entities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22930488 DOI: 10.1530/EJE-12-0698
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Eur J Endocrinol ISSN: 0804-4643 Impact factor: 6.664