Ketamine Side Effects


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Ketamine:

Blurred vision
Confusion
Drowsiness
Increased or decreased blood pressure or heart rate
Mental or mood changes
Nausea
Nightmares
Vomiting

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Ketamine:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing;
Tightness in the chest;
Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue);
Difficulty talking;
Irregular heart rhythms;
Muscle tightness;
Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site;
Slowed breathing.


Ketamine is rated as Class C Substance and has moderate to high toxicity: