Ketamine overdose can be dangerous, especially when combined with other substances<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ketamine<\/a> is often legally used as an anesthetic in both humans and animals. However, because it can make a person feel relaxed and can cause hallucinations or the sensation of being outside one\u2019s body, it is also used to get high. Ketamine<\/a> is commonly given out at parties, raves, and clubs. Nonetheless, people can overdose on ketamine, and the drug becomes more dangerous when taken with other substances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact cause of ketamine overdose is not well known<\/a>. However, doctors know that ketamine impacts many chemicals and receptors in the brain. These effects include<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n When someone starts to overdose on ketamine, it may be hard to distinguish the drug\u2019s expected effects from an overdose. Therefore, it is important to know the common effects of ketamine. When someone takes ketamine, the hallucinogenic effects often start within a few minutes<\/a> and last for up to 60 minutes<\/a>. However, the exact effects may depend on the dose<\/a> taken. Some of the first symptoms to take effect include<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n During overdose, these symptoms may worsen<\/a>. An overdose can occur regardless of how the person has taken ketamine<\/a>. However, symptoms may be linked<\/a> to too-rapid use of ketamine or mixing ketamine with other drugs. These symptoms include<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although a ketamine overdose itself is rarely lethal, it can be very dangerous when used with other substances. The risk of overdose from ketamine can increase<\/a> when more than one substance is used. This occurs because multi-substance use can cause the drugs to have an additive effect in the body. This is often the case as one study<\/a> showed that among people who regularly take ketamine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, even when used alone, ketamine can be dangerous. A major risk of ketamine overdose is medical complications. These can include<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to avoid a ketamine overdose is to not take ketamine. However, if someone is going to take ketamine, it is best to encourage them to not use other drugs along with it. This is especially true for other substances that can slow breathing like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If someone starts to overdose on ketamine, it is important to seek emergency medical attention right away. An overdose can be very dangerous, especially if the person took ketamine with other substances. A doctor will often perform additional tests on the person like<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In most cases, ketamine overdose does not require<\/a> specific treatment. However, medications can manage specific overdose symptoms like blood pressure changes. It is important for doctors to monitor the person who is overdosing because complications like breathing problems and heart problems can be serious. In many cases, patients who overdosed on ketamine can go home a few hours<\/a> after their symptoms improve. However, someone who has overdosed on ketamine may need additional treatment for an addiction<\/a>. In this case, an addiction recovery center may be able to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you or someone you love is struggling with ketamine use, we can help. Contact<\/a> our trained professionals at The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health to learn how we can help you live a ketamine-free life. Don\u2019t wait; call us today.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ketamine overdose can be dangerous, especially when combined with other substances Ketamine is often legally used as an anesthetic in both humans and animals. However, because it can make a person feel relaxed and can cause hallucinations or the sensation of being outside one\u2019s body, it is also used to get high. Ketamine is commonly given out at […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":3524,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[87],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3530","blog","type-blog","status-publish","hentry","category-ketamine"],"acf":{"written_by":319,"enable_medically_and_up":["Yes"],"medically_reviewed_by":289,"medically_reviewed_content":"This article was reviewed by a medical professional to guarantee the delivery of accurate and up-to- date information. View our research policy.<\/a>","up_to_date":"Last Updated<\/i> - 12\/29\/2022<\/b>","page_first_published_date":"20221229","page_last_edit_date":"20221229","highlighted_description":"If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, help is available. Speak with a Recovery Advocate by calling 888-648-0738<\/b><\/a> now.","key_takeaways":"","source":{"source_label":"View Sources","source_content":"Lankenau, Stephen E; et al. \u201cPrevalence and Patterns of Prescription Drug Misuse among Young Ketamine Injectors<\/a>.\u201d Journal of Drug Issues, 2007. Accessed November 9, 2019.\r\n\r\nU.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration. \u201cDrugs of Abuse<\/a>.\u201d 2017. Accessed November 9, 2019.\r\n\r\nOrhurhu, Vwaire J.; Claus, Lauren E.; Cohen, Steven P. \u201cKetamine Toxicity<\/a>.\u201d StatPearls, April 11, 2019. 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