Calypsol

Calypsol: a drug for non-inhalation anesthesia

Kalipsol is a drug used for non-inhalation anesthesia. It belongs to the group of non-barbiturate drugs and has the international name "Ketamine". Calypsol is produced in Hungary by Gedeon Richter A.O. and is available in injection form, including 500 mg injection.

Ketamine, or Calypsol, is used in various fields of medicine. It is used as an introductory anesthesia and basic anesthesia for pain relief for short-term operations and painful instrumental interventions. The use of Kalipsol may be necessary in dental, ophthalmological, otorhinolaryngological, gynecological and obstetric practice, as well as during diagnostic procedures such as endoscopy and cardiac catheterization. It can also be used for pain relief during emergency surgery in patients with traumatic shock and blood loss, as well as during transportation of patients and treatment of burn surfaces.

Like any drug, Kalypsol has contraindications and restrictions for use. Contraindications to the use of Kalipsol are cerebrovascular accident, arterial hypertension, preeclampsia, eclampsia, alcoholism and epilepsy in children. Restrictions on use include kidney disease, angina pectoris, decompensated heart failure, and operations on the larynx and pharynx.

Side effects may occur when using Kalipsol. These include increased blood pressure, tachycardia, drooling, nausea, shortness of breath, depression of the respiratory center, muscle rigidity and increased muscle activity. Obstruction of the upper respiratory tract is also possible due to spasm of the masticatory muscles and retraction of the tongue. When recovering from a state of anesthesia, hallucinations, psychomotor agitation, prolonged disorientation and psychosis may occur. In addition, pain and hyperemia may be observed along the vein at the injection site.

It is important to consider the interaction of Kalipsol with other drugs. It enhances the effect of inhalation anesthetics and deepens muscle relaxation caused by tubocurarine and ditilin. However, it does not change the effect of pancuronium. DISCLAIMER: This information was current as of my last update in September 2021. Please consult your healthcare professional or refer to recent sources for up-to-date information about Calypsol or any other drug.