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Ketmin 50mg

Ketamine (50mg)

by Themis Medicare Ltd

vial of 2 ml Injection

About this medicine

Ketmin 50mg is a general anesthetic. It is used in major surgical procedures. It allows the procedures to be carried out without pain and distress. This injection is used in a hospital setting only. Ketmin 50mg causes loss of consciousness which is reversible. It is administered by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital or clinal setting. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The most common side effects include rash, nausea, or vomiting. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from severe heart disease or had a stroke recently or suffered serious head or brain injury. It is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers. Also, inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any known allergy to this injection before the start of the procedure. Driving should not be done as Ketmin 50mg may cause sleepiness and may impair your ability to think or react. It is also advised not to operate machinery because of these effects.

Uses

  • General Anaesthesia

Benefits

In general Anaesthesia

Ketmin 50mg is a general anesthetic. It is used to induce a reversible loss of sensation and consciousness during major surgeries in a hospital setting by a specialised doctor known as an anaesthetist. It is generally very safe, works quite quickly and will allow carrying out of the procedure without causing pain and distress.

How it works

Ketmin 50mg is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Common side effects

  • Rash
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Agitation
  • Nightmares
  • Abnormal behavior
  • Double vision
  • Hallucination
  • Increased respiratory rate
  • High blood pressure
  • Confusion
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Muscle coordination impaired
  • Tonic-clonic seizures
  • Tachycardia

Safety advice

AlcoholCAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ketmin 50mg. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ketmin 50mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ketmin 50mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
DrivingUNSAFE
Ketmin 50mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ketmin 50mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ketmin 50mg is recommended. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
LiverCAUTION
Ketmin 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ketmin 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick facts

Chemical Class
Cyclohexanone derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
Pain analgesics
Action Class
General anaesthetic agents

Frequently asked questions

Is Ketmin 50mg addictive?

Ketmin 50mg addiction can occur if the drug is taken multiple times and may develop either a mental or physical dependence on the drug effects

Is Ketmin 50mg an opiate/ narcotic/ stimulant/ controlled substance/ barbiturate?

No. Ketmin 50mg is a general anaesthetic and a controlled substance. It is not an opiate, barbiturate narcotic or stimulant

Is Ketmin 50mg safe?

Ketmin 50mg is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Is Ketmin 50mg dangerous?

Ketmin 50mg is dangerous if taken at high doses

Does Ketmin 50mg make you lose weight?

Yes. Ketmin 50mg can cause loss of appetite and weight loss.

Product details

Manufacturer
Themis Medicare Ltd
Salt composition
Ketamine (50mg)
Pack
vial of 2 ml Injection
Dosage form
Injection
Storage
Store below 30°C

The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.