Ketamine, a type of dissociative anesthetic, is becoming more and more popular in our country. This drug is known to disconnect sensation from perception. Unfortunately, this drug can have numerous adverse effects on the human body and could possibly be fatal. The main way that drug users take this drug is by snorting the white powder form. Ketamine, commonly known as ‘Special K’, is one of the most hazardous drugs that can be put into the human body for recreational use.

The Dangers and Effects of Ketamine

When Special K is taken with mild doses, the user experiences a dreamy, feel good state of being. Along with numbness, a sort of out-of-body experience may occur while taking this drug. Moreover, when Ketamine is taken at higher doses the effect will go to the extreme. People on high doses of Special K endure a more extreme hallucinogenic effect, than what a lower dose gives. Accounts of being far away from their own body are common. This experience can somewhat be described as a deadly simulated spiritual experience, commonly associated with near death experiences.

What’s so dangerous about Ketamine? Well, it does a number of things to the body. First, it rapidly increases the heart rate of the user. Next, as the dosage increases, the user’s consciousness and breathing will be debilitated to extremely dangerous low levels. Many long time addicts of Special K tend to have neuroses and a plethora of other mental disorders. Lastly, continued use of this drug can lead to a strong psychological dependence that’s hard to shake off.

Getting Ketamine Addiction Treatment

At our inpatient rehabilitation service center, we will provide treatment services in a professional and comfortable environment. We will make sure that the intense symptoms accompanying withdrawal are monitored and managed to ensure a safe, effective recovery. The treatment you’ll receive for your Ketamine dependence will be in an inpatient facility where you will experience the highest level of care available.

For more information on how Best Drug Rehabilitation can help you or your loved one recover from a Ketamine addiction, call us toll-free.