Ketamine Disease Interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with ketamine.
Ketamine (applies to ketamine) hypertension
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
The use of ketamine is contraindicated in patients whom a significant elevation of blood pressure would constitute a serious hazard. It is recommended to monitor cardiac function continually during a procedure in patients with hypertension or cardiac decompensation.
References (1)
- (2009) "Product Information. Ketalar (ketamine)." JHP Pharmaceuticals
Ketamine (applies to ketamine) alcoholism
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Ketamine should be used with caution in the chronic alcoholic and the acutely alcohol-intoxicated patient.
References (1)
- (2009) "Product Information. Ketalar (ketamine)." JHP Pharmaceuticals
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Ketamine drug interactions
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There are 2 alcohol/food interactions with ketamine.
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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