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Generic Name: Ketamine
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Anesthesia induction, treatment-resistant depression
Anesthesia, Depression
1-2 mg/kg IV for induction
1-2 mg/kg IV for induction
Lower doses may be required
Varies by indication and route
N/A
Use with caution
Nausea, vomiting, dissociation
Emergence delirium, hypertension, respiratory depression
Conditions where significant BP elevation is hazardous
Emergence reactions can occur
CNS depressants, thyroid hormones
N/A
Avoid
Avoid unless necessary
Not recommended
Do not drive post-procedure
N/A (administered by healthcare professional)
Vital signs, airway, ECG
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