How is ketamine used medically?

An informative look into how ketamine is utilised in modern medicine including its use in managing pain, treating severe depression, and as an anaesthesia, particularly focusing on its impact on young people.

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What is Ketamine and How is it Used in Medicine? When you hear the word "ketamine," various images might pop into mind, maybe from movies or something you've overheard. Originally popularised by its use in veterinary medicine and unfortunately, it's misuse on the street, ketamine is actually a medication with legitimate, important medical uses. In recent years, scientists and doctors have been exploring its benefits, leading to some ground-breaking uses in human medicine. Understanding Ketamine Ketamine was first developed in the 1960s as an anaesthetic for surgeries and medical procedures. Due to It's powerful anaesthetic effects, it was ideal for...
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