Ketamine

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NMDA antagonist (dissociative).

Controlled substance. For use only by a veterinarian, as the law prescribes.

Dose and use

Doses

We have no dose with a cited source for this substance yet.

Before use

Safety information

Known Drug Interactions

Minor warning Ketamine + Dexmedetomidine
Other central nervous system depressants can potentiate dexmedetomidine; adjust the dose appropriately when they are used together.

Recommendation: to effect

Sources: Dexdomitor SPC
Minor warning Methadone + Ketamine
Methadone can potentiate analgesics, central nervous system depressants, and drugs that cause respiratory depression. Lower doses may be needed when these medicines are combined.

Recommendation: Reduce doses when used in combination; monitor heart rate and respiration.

Sources: Comfortan SPC

Latin name

Ketamine

Georgian name

კეტამინი

Controlled in Georgia

Yes

Listed under the Georgian narcotics law (Annex 1) or the Minister's Order No. 22/n. The legal text is in Georgian.

matsne.gov.ge

Verified on: 16 Oct 2026

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The dose for the patient's weight, registration in Georgia and controlled status, right on the prescription.