Ketimine vs. Ketamine

Ketiminenoun

(organic chemistry) An imine derived from a ketone; general formula R2C=NR

Ketaminenoun

A pain-killing drug and anaesthetic, (RS)-2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexanone, commonly used recreationally.

Ketaminenoun

a general anesthetic and tranquilizer (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly by veterinarians or for minor surgery with geriatric or pediatric patients; taken in large doses it causes hallucinations similar to those associated with the use of PCP

Ketaminenoun

a synthetic compound used as an anaesthetic and analgesic drug and also (illicitly) as a hallucinogen.

Ketamine

Ketamine is a medication primarily used for starting and maintaining anesthesia. It induces dissociative anesthesia, a trance-like state providing pain relief, sedation, and amnesia.