Ketavan Benefits & Uses

Ketavan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Ketavan 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

Ketavan Related Warnings

Is the use of Ketavan safe for pregnant women?

Ketavan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ketavan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ketavan safe during breastfeeding?

Ketavan may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketavan on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ketavan on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ketavan on the Liver?

Ketavan has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ketavan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ketavan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ketavan with Other Drugs

Ketavan 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

Ketavan Contraindications

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

Allergy
High Blood Pressure
Angina
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Ketavan

Is this Ketavan habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Ketavan. 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 Ketavan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ketavan only on doctor's advice.

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

Ketavan has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Ketavan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ketavan

Ketavan 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 Ketavan

Consumption of alcohol and Ketavan together may have severe effects on your health.

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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