Ketamine is typically viewed as a “club drug” that has hallucinogenic and dissociative effects. It goes by a variety of names on the street, including “special k”, and “ket.”
Ketamine can come in the form of:
- liquid
- nasal spray
- capsules
- powder
People that take ketamine feel a sense of well-being, sedation, and detachment from reality.
When too much ketamine is ingested, they may experience a deeply disturbing, near-coma/psychotic state called a “k-hole”.
Learn more about street names for commonly abused drugs
Popular Street Names For Ketamine
Ketamine is most often taken at clubs, music concerts, or parties.
Street names for Ketamine include:
- Blind Squid
- Cat Valium
- Green
- Honey Oil
- Jet K
- Keller
- Kelly’s Day
- Ket
- K-Hold
- K-Ways
- Special K
- Super Acid
- Vitamin K
Find Help For Ketamine Abuse Today
Even when used recreationally, people can become addicted to ketamine. People that abuse ketamine can suffer serious long- and short-term health effects that include problems with mental health and vital organs.
If you or a loved one is abusing ketamine, we’re here for you.
Call our helpline to find an inpatient drug rehab center near you that is a good fit for your needs.
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- U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) — Drug Slang Code Words DEA Intelligence Report
https://www.dea.gov/sites/default/files/2018-07/DIR-020-17%20Drug%20Slang%20Code%20Words.pdf - U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) — Commonly Used Drugs Charts, Ketamine DrugFacts
https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/commonly-used-drugs-charts#ketamine
