Veterinarians and their team members need to be aware of the licit and illicit aspects of ketamine. They should also know how to deter and report theft associated with illegal demand and weak regulations, and the legal requirements about using this controlled substance. This article will make a good reference for a staff meeting about scheduled drug processes and procedures.
Source: Plumb’s Therapeutics Brief, April 2017.
Ketamine has become widely popular as a recreational drug because of its fast-acting psychotropic effects, duration period, and low cost. Recreational use of this drug is concerning because of the risk for adverse events, which can include panic attacks, depression, exacerbated mental health conditions, weight loss, and poor appetite. For humans wanting the drug for illicit use, veterinary clinics are a prime target for robbery.