Ketamine

Ketamine is a dissociative aesthetic used in both human and veterinary medicine.

Ket, K, Special K, Keta

Physical Signs

Ketamine can cause small, pinpoint pupils and shallow breathing.
Users may experience an increased heart rate and blood pressure, as well as nausea and vomiting.
Muscle rigidity is another common symptom, and in severe cases, ketamine use can lead to respiratory depression and seizures.
Additional physical symptoms include a fast heart rate, urinary pain, impaired vision, stomach cramps, sweating, problems with coordination and movement, temporary hearing loss, bladder pains, insomnia, and even paralysis.

Behavioural Signs

Initially, users may experience euphoria, but this is often followed by confusion or depression.
Unusual drowsiness or difficulty staying awake is common, along with hallucinations and visual disturbances. In some cases, users may exhibit aggressive behaviour.

Ketamine use carries significant risks, including the potential for overdose, which can lead to severe drowsiness, unconsciousness, and respiratory depression.
Long-term use can cause bladder damage, known as ketamine bladder syndrome, which includes symptoms like cramps, abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, and blood in the urine.
Mixing ketamine with other depressants like alcohol increases the risk of respiratory failure and death.
Frequent use can lead to tolerance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect, and physical dependence, resulting in withdrawal symptoms when not using the drug.

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