Ketamine (Claris) TM
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Active ingredients: ketamine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: KETAMINE-BAXTER ketamine (as hydrochloride) 200 mg/2 mL solution for injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
KETAMINE-BAXTER is recommended: 1. as the sole anaesthetic agent for diagnostic and surgical procedures that do not require skeletal muscle relaxation. Ketamine-Claris is best suited for short procedures and it can be used with additional doses, for longer procedures; 2. for the induction of anaesthesia prior to the administration of other general anaesthetic agents; 3. to supplement low-potency agents, such as nitrous oxide.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless to slightly yellow solution essentially free from visible particle matter.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 2 mL per ampoule, 10 ampoules pack
- 2 mL per ampoule, 25 ampoules pack
- 2 ml per ampoule, 5 ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient ketamine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
