ketamine migraine treatment is a dissociative injected anesthetic (used to block sensory perception) that has been available for sale through prescription in the U.S. since the 1970s. In 2019, Esketamine (Spravato), the S-enantiomer of racemic Ketamine, was approved for treating depression resistant to antidepressants. It is approved for depressed patients with acute suicidal ideation or behavior.
Dissociative drugs can cause disturbance of sights, colors, sounds, and one’s environment. ketamine nasal spray for migraines is available in two forms; a clear liquid or off-white powder for injecting intravenously or as a nasal spray. In the United States, Ketamine is categorized as a Schedule III drug under the DEA Controlled Substances Act, although it is not categorized as an opioid or barbiturate.
How is ketamine abused?
In addition to its FDA-approved medical uses, ketamine migraine treatment and synthesized alternates with hallucinogenic properties have become drugs of abuse. It is also used as a “date rape” drug. It is usually taken up the nose when abused in such circumstances. Some people also inject, consume orally as a liquid, or smoke it in marijuana or tobacco. It is frequently abused with other substances, such as cocaine or amphetamines. Using multiple drugs at a time is fatal. Abuse, it is often sourced via the illegal sale of prescription products, but similar products may be found on the streets.
The common names or street names for Ketamine are K, K2, Special K, Vitamin K, Super K, Lady K, Ket, Kit Kat, Ketaset, Ketaject, Super C, Jet, Green, Purple, Mauve, Super Acid, LA Coke, Cat Tranquilizers, and Cat Valium.