Ketamine Medication Information
Get detailed information on Ketamine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Ketamine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Ketamine Pronunciation : KEET-uh-MEEN ICD Code : Y48.2 Therapeutic Classification : General AnestheticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Ketamine
India :
Ketam (50 mg) |
Rekita |
Rekita (5 ml) |
Ketmin 100mg Injection |
Taurket |
Ketamax |
Verket (10 ml) |
Ketared |
Ketafast (100mg) |
Ketamine
International :
Ketalar
Why is Ketamine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a hydrochloride salt, used as an anesthetic. It works in the brain to inhibit painful sensations.When should Ketamine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with high blood pressure and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Ketamine?
Adult: IV- 1-4.5 mg/kg as inj or infuse 1-2 mg/kg at 0.5 mg/kg/min. IM- 6.5-13 mg/kg.How should Ketamine be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider.What are the warnings and precautions for Ketamine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of trauma or injury, stroke, increased spinal fluid pressure, increased eye pressure, eye injury, heart diseases, uncontrolled high blood pressure, mental disorders or thyroid problems, any allergy, who is taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Ketamine?
Central Nervous System- Vivid dreams, hallucinations, confusion, irrational behavior and increased muscle tone.Heart- High blood pressure, fast/low heart rate and abnormal heart rhythm.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting and increased saliva.
Respiratory- Respiratory depression.
Eye- Night blindness and increased eye pressure/tears.
Skin- Rash and pain at injection site.
♦ Genitourinary- Urinary bladder inflammation.
What are the other precautions for Ketamine?
Avoid excess dosage.What are the storage conditions for Ketamine?
Injection: Store it at controlled room temperature (15-30°C).Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
