Ketamax 50 Injection Benefits & Uses

Ketamax 50 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Ketamax 50 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ketamax 50 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Ketamax 50 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Ketamax can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ketamax, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ketamax 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Ketamax as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketamax 50 Injection on the Kidneys?

Ketamax is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ketamax 50 Injection on the Liver?

Ketamax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketamax 50 Injection on the Heart?

Ketamax may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ketamax 50 Injection with Other Drugs

Ketamax 50 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Hydroxyzine

Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Clonidine

Citalopram

Ketamax 50 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketamax 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
High Blood Pressure
Angina
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Ketamax 50 Injection

Is this Ketamax 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Ketamax 50 Injection. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ketamax 50 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ketamax 50 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ketamax 50 Injection only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Ketamax 50 Injection can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Ketamax 50 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ketamax 50 Injection

Ketamax 50 Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketamax 50 Injection

Taking alcohol with Ketamax 50 Injection can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 383-384

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ketalar (ketamine hydrochloride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Spravato™ (esketamine)

Ketamax 50 Injection