Ketamine

ICU Drugs

ICU Drugs

Ketamine

Dose

RSI 1–2 mg/kg IV; analgesia 0.1–0.3 mg/kg IV

Use

RSI in shock, severe asthma, procedural sedation.

Monitoring

BP (rise), HR, secretions.

Side effects

  • Emergence reaction
  • Hypersalivation
  • Hypertension

Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.

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