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Ketamine is a medication that doctors use as an anesthetic to induce loss of consciousness. Effects include sedation and reduced sensation of pain.

Street names of ketamine include:

  • Cat tranquilizer
  • Jet K
  • Cat valium
  • Purple
  • Kit Kat
  • Special La Coke
  • Super K
  • Special K
  • Super acid
  • Vitamin K

Summary:  Ketamine is a general anesthetic that doctors find useful in emergency room settings when performing proceduresTrusted Source, such as reducing fractures and treating joint dislocations.

Some studies suggest the drug may have other medical uses, but more research is necessary to prove its safety and effectiveness in these areas.

It is important to distinguish between the valid medical uses and the nonmedical uses of the drug. Although people with certain heart conditions should not take ketamine, it is generally safe when a trained professional administers it in clinical settings.

In contrast, no recreational use of the drug is safe, as it can cause addiction and adverse health effects that can lead to death.

(For more  Ketamine: (medicalnewstoday.com)

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