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Ketamine is a cyclohexanone-derived general anesthetic and NMDA receptor antagonist with a wide range of potential medical applications. Its metabolism involves

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Ketamine is a cyclohexanone-derived general anesthetic and NMDA receptor antagonist with a wide range of potential medical applications. Its metabolism involves the liver enzyme CYP2B6. Ketamine is a tightly controlled substance due to its recreational use. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has funded studies on the use of ketamine for treatment-resistant depression. Researchers are exploring the potential of ketamine in treating various conditions.