Ketamine is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anesthesia.

The right dosage of Ketamine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ketamine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ketamine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Ketamine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ketamine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ketamine related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like High Blood Pressure must refrain from the use of Ketamine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketamine contraindications section.

Additionally, Ketamine may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Ketamine is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.