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 use of ketamine can be accessed by clicking the link below:

View / download information leaflet

Further resources are also available by clicking the link below:

View the PDF

Where to find help

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

Ask Frank website

As always, if it is a medical emergency, please dial 999 immediately

Video resources

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