A common effect that is sought after is the feeling of dissociation. This can make you feel like you are detached from your body or like you are observing yourself. People often think of this as similar to a dreaming or floating sensation.
Ketamine can change how you see and feel things around you, with distortedvisuals, sounds or even a change in the way that time seems to pass.
In high doses, ketamine can produce an intense dissociative state known as “K-hole“. This feeling is like being completely disconnected from reality and can be frightening for many, as it may come with confusion, immobility, or a loss of control.
Ketamine is an anaesthetic, so it can cause physical numbness and make people’s muscles feel heavy or difficult to control. This is why people are prone to falling or getting injured whilst under the influence of Ketamine.
During or after taking Ketamine, it is very common to feel confused or even forget what happened whilst you were under the effects of Ket.
Long-Term Effects
Ketamine bladder is a painful condition resulting from long-term use of Ketamine. Frequent users may find it difficulturinating, having bloodinurine, and chronic bladderpain. In serious cases, it can lead to permanent bladder and/or kidney damage and a need for surgery.
Long-term use has been linked to increased anxiety, depression, and cognitiveproblems. Some people also report having trouble with their memory and focus over time.
Ketamine isn’t known to be addictive but people can still develop a psychologicaldependence, where they feel the “need” to use Ket to relax or cope. Over time, users may need larger doses to experience the same effects leading to riskier use and side more effects.
With frequent use, some people develop a reducedsensitivitytophysicalpain. Whilst sounding harmless, this can make it much harder to notice injuries or illnesses.
Understanding Risks & Side Effects
Start Small:
With ketamine, lessismore. If you are taking ketamine, you should start with a small amount and see how you are affected. It is easy to take too much, especially since it affects everyone differently
Stay in a Safe Environment:
Ketamine can make peopleloseawareness, this makes it dangerous if you’re out in public or somewhere you are not familiar with. Only use when you are safe and with trustworthy people that can help you if you start feeling unwell.
Give Your Body a Break:
Your body isn’t built to intake a lot of ketamine and it can lead to serious health issues. Try giveyourselfabreak from time to time to allow your system to recover.
Avoid Mixing with Other Substances:
Ketamine does not mix well with other substances, especially alcohol and depressants. This can lead to people being overly sedated or dangerous side effects. Stick to the basics.
Stay Hydrated:
Drinking water can help people’s bodies flush out the ketamine and ease some of the strain placed on their bladder. Don’t overdo it – balance is key.
Listen To Your Body:
Ketamine can mask physical pain. This means that if you being feeling unwell or your body is telling you something is wrong, it should be taken seriously. Pain in the bladder should raise a red flag that it is time to take a break
What Signs Should I Look For?
Long-Term Use
Long-term use may create issues like frequent bathroom trips/bladder complaints, changes in mood or mental health, memory/focus problems, and social withdrawal.
Short-Term Use
Short-term use may create issues like unsteady movements, a vacant or "spaced-out" look, confusion and/or disorientation, slow/slurred speech, and strange visual/sensory experiences.
