Dissociative
Ketamine
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Dissociative anesthetic. Produces dissociation and altered perception. ‘K-hole’ at high doses.
Onset
5 min
Peak
20 min
Duration
1 h
Half-life
2 h 30 min
Routes
nasal · intravenous · oral
Dosing
Common dose: 10 mg
Strong dose: 50 mg
Risks
- · Bladder damage with frequent use consensus
- · Immobility consensus
- · Aspiration risk if vomiting consensus
- · Dangerous with depressants consensus
Safer Use
- · Start with low doses consensus
- · Safe environment consensus
- · Do not mix with alcohol/GHB consensus
- · Take long breaks between sessions consensus