What is the difference between the solution and emulsion? | etomidate

Name: What is the difference between the solution and emulsion?
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The solution contains propylene glycol. The lipid emulsion contains soya-bean oil and other lipid ingredients. Their allergy, compatibility and handling requirements differ.

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Hypnomidate — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Etomidate 2 mg/ml emulsion for injection — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.

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