- Ketamine
- Drug Class: General
Anesthetic
- Category: Anesthesia
Ketamine is a general
anesthetic that acts on the central nervous system, inducing a dissociative
state. It is used for anesthesia induction and maintenance in surgeries and
painful procedures.
Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity to ketamine
- Conditions where increased blood
pressure poses a risk
Side Effects:
- Post-anesthetic delirium
- Hallucinations or dream-like states
- Double vision
- Muscle twitching
- Dizziness, drowsiness
- Nausea, vomiting
- Insomnia
Available Forms:
- Injectable Solution:
- 10 mg/mL (20 mL)
- 50 mg/mL (10 mL)
- 100 mg/mL (5 or 10 mL)
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