Drug Information

Ketamine

It's a fact…

Ketamine is an anesthetic that has been approved for both human and animal use in medical settings since 1970. About 90% of the Ketamine sold today is intended for veterinary use. Illegally it is sold alone or as part of mixtures of LSD, Amphetamine or Ecstasy. A single dose of ketamine may last 4-6 hours but lingering effects can last up to 2 days. Along with GHB and "ruffies", Ketamine has become known as a "date rape" drug.

Slang or Street Names for Ketamine:

Special K, K, Vitamin K, Cat Valium

Method of Ingestion:

Ketamine is either swallowed, smoked, snorted, or injected.

Short- and Long-Term Effects of Ketamine:

• Impaired attention, learning ability, memory
• Delirium
• Amnesia
• Impaired motor function
• High blood pressure
• Depression
• Potential fatal respiratory problems