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From the official U.S. FDA label for ketamine (ketamine hydrochloride), the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.
KETALAR (ketamine hydrochloride) injection is indicated: as the sole anesthetic agent for diagnostic and surgical procedures that do not require skeletal muscle relaxation. for the induction of anesthesia prior to the administration of other general anesthetic agents. as a supplement to other anesthetic agents. KETALAR is a general anesthetic indicated: as the sole anesthetic agent for diagnostic and surgical procedures that do not require skeletal muscle relaxation ( 1 ) for the induction of anesthesia prior to the administration of other general anesthetic agents ( 1 ) as a supplement to other anesthetic agents ( 1 ).
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hemodynamic Instability [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Emergence Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Respiratory Depression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Pediatric Neurotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Drug-Induced Liver Injury [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] The following adverse reactions associated with the use of KETALAR were identified in clinical studies or postmarketing reports. …
KETALAR is contraindicated in patients for whom a significant elevation of blood pressure would constitute a serious hazard [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. KETALAR is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ketamine or to any excipient [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 ) ]. In patients for whom a significant elevation of blood pressure would be a serious hazard ( 4 ). Known hypersensitivity to ketamine or to any excipient ( 4 ).
Hemodynamic Instability: Monitor vital signs and cardiac function during KETALAR administration. ( 5.1 ) Emergence Reactions: Postoperative confusional states may occur during the recovery period. Reduce by minimizing verbal, tactile, and visual stimulation of the patient. ( 5.2 ) Risk of Respiratory Depression: May occur with overdosage or too rapid a rate of administration. Maintain adequate oxygenation and ventilation. ( 5.3 ) Risks of KETALAR alone for Procedures of the Pharynx, Larynx, or Bronchial Tree : Pharyngeal and laryngeal reflexes are not suppressed with KETALAR when it is used alone. …
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data on the use of ketamine in pregnant women mostly describe its use at the time of cesarean section and have not identified a drug-associated risk of adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. The data are limited by retrospective collection, small sample sizes, and a lack of long-term follow-up. …
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Ketamine Hydrochloride Injection## (check pack size) contains Ketamine (Ketamine Hydrochloride) (50 mg), as solution for injection, according to its NAFDAC registration record.
Yes. Ketamine Hydrochloride Injection## (check pack size) is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number 04-7218, and its registration is active as of 5 November 2026.
No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Ketamine Hydrochloride Injection## (check pack size) in our automatically synced alert list.
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KETALAR (ketamine hydrochloride) injection is indicated: as the sole anesthetic agent for diagnostic and surgical procedures that do not require skeletal muscle relaxation. for the induction of anesthesia prior to the administration of other general anesthetic agents. as a supplement to other anesthetic agents. KETALAR is a general anesthetic indicated: as the sole anesthetic agent for diagnostic (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for ketamine (ketamine hydrochloride). Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)
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