special subjects
Ketamine and Phencyclidine (PCP)
Treatment ofKetamineor PCP Use
Quiet, nonthreatening environment Observation and monitoring until the person is sober Sometimes sedatives Usually, reassurance and a quiet, nonthreatening environment help people recover from the effects ofketamineuse. People usually return to normal consciousness in 45 minutes to several hours. Benzodiazepines (sedatives) can be used to control agitation and seizures. 