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  1. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketamine

    Ketamine - Wikipedia

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    Understanding Ketamine Treatments for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)

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    Ketamine

    Ketamine is used to provide general anesthesia. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

    May Treat: General Anaesthesia

    Drug Class: General anaesthetic agents (Cyclohexanone derivative)

    Pregnancy: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Safety unknown because of limited studies. Consult your doctor.

    Lactation: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Ketamine is probably safe to use during lactation.

    Alcohol: CAUTION - Caution is advised. Please consult your doctor.

    Driving: UNSAFE - Ketamine may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

    Liver Warning: CAUTION - Ketamine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

    Kidney Warning: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Ketamine is safe to use in patients with kidney disease.

    Addiction: Not known to be addictive

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q : Is Ketamine addictive?

    Ketamine addiction can occur if the drug is taken multiple times and may develop either a mental or physical dependence on the drug effects

    Q : Is Ketamine an opiate/ narcotic/ stimulant/ controlled substance/ barbiturate?

    No. Ketamine is a general anaesthetic and a controlled substance. It is not an opiate, barbiturate narcotic or stimulant

    Q : Is Ketamine safe?

    Ketamine is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

    Q : Is Ketamine dangerous?

    Ketamine is dangerous if taken at high doses

    Q : Does Ketamine make you lose weight?

    Yes. Ketamine can cause loss of appetite and weight loss.

    Consult a medical professional for advice.

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    What is ketamine used for?
    Ketamine is used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia in medical procedures. It also has applications as a treatment for depression and pain management. Ketamine was derived from phencyclidine in 1962 in pursuit of a safer anesthetic with fewer hallucinogenic effects.

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    Where can I get help if I'm using ketamine?
    If your use of ketamine is affecting your health, family, relationships, work, school, financial or other life situations, or if you're concerned about a loved one, you can find help and support by calling the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline on 1800 250 015 for free and confidential advice, information and counselling about alcohol and other drugs.

    Ketamine - Alcohol and Drug Foundation

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    What is the information about ketamine in 2022?
    The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare published information on ketamine in 2022 [cited: 24.11.2022]. This report, from the National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2019, explores the effects and usage of ketamine, a dissociative drug used for both medical treatment and illegally for the high it produces [11.04.2023].

    Ketamine - Alcohol and Drug Foundation

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    What are the side effects of using ketamine?
    At lower sub-anesthetic doses, most people feel strange, spacey, woozy, or a sense of floating, or have visual distortions or numbness. Ketamine, generally, stimulates breathing; however, in the first 2–3 minutes of a high-dose rapid intravenous injection it may cause a transient respiratory depression.

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  7. White Light Behavioral Health
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  8. Verywell Mind
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    Study offers new insights into how ketamine works - News …

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    Ketamine For Acute and Chronic Pain : Emergency Care BC

  12. Medical Xpress
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