Ketamax Information

Ketamax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anesthesia.

The correct dosage of Ketamax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ketamax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ketamax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Ketamax's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ketamax related warnings talks about Ketamax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ketamax is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. High Blood Pressure are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ketamax have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Ketamax have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Ketamax, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Ketamax Benefits & Uses
Ketamax Dosage & How to Take
Ketamax Side Effects
Ketamax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ketamax with Other Drugs
Ketamax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ketamax
Ketamax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ketamax Benefits & Uses

Ketamax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Ketamax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ketamax Related Warnings

Is the use of Ketamax safe for pregnant women?

Ketamax can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ketamax, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ketamax safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Ketamax as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketamax on the Kidneys?

Ketamax is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ketamax on the Liver?

Ketamax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketamax on the Heart?

Ketamax may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ketamax with Other Drugs

Ketamax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Hydroxyzine

Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Clonidine

Citalopram

Ketamax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketamax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
High Blood Pressure
Angina
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Ketamax

Is this Ketamax habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Ketamax. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ketamax, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ketamax can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ketamax only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Ketamax can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Ketamax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ketamax

Ketamax may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketamax

Taking alcohol with Ketamax can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 383-384

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ketalar (ketamine hydrochloride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Spravato™ (esketamine)

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