Ketamine - Information for Patients

Ketamine is a drug that was originally developed as an anaesthetic but has been increasingly used recreationally. Regular or prolonged usage can cause serious damage to the bladder and urinary tract, leading to symptoms such as pain, urgency, frequency, and difficulty holding urine.

This page has been created to provide patients (and their carers) with clear, reliable information about ketamine’s effects on bladder health, what signs to look out for, and where to seek support and treatment.

Ketamine educational resources

An information leaflet that provides guidance on the major consequences of ketamine use can be accessed by clicking the link (below):

View the information leaflet

Further resources on ketamine are also available by clicking the link (below):

View the further resources 

Where to find help

If you, or somebody you know, requires support in relation to nay drug-misuse or substance abuse, visit the Ask Frank website for helpful resources, information and guidance. Here you'll find essential contact details for their services which may prove vital for those in need.

REMEMBER: If you or someone else needs urgent help after taking ketamine (or any other drugs, including alcohol), ring 999 & ask for an ambulance. Tell the crew everything you know ... it could save a life

Video resources

PLEASE NOTE: all videos © Barnsley SM