Drugs

Ketamine

Slang Names:

jet, super acid, Special 'K', green, K, cat Valium

Description:

Ketamine comes in a clear liquid and a white or off-white powder form.
Ketamine is a tranquilizer most commonly used on animals.
The liquid form can be injected, consumed in drinks, or added to smokable materials.
The powder form can be used for injection when dissolved.
In certain areas, Ketamine is being injected intramuscularly.
Ketamine, along with the other "club drugs," has become popular among teens and young adults at dance clubs and "raves."

Symptoms / Consequences:

Higher doses produce an effect referred to as "K-Hole," an "out of body," or "near-death" experience.
Use of the drug can cause delirium, amnesia, depression, and long-term memory and cognitive difficulties. Due to its dissociative effect, it is reportedly used as a date-rape drug.