In recent years, ketamine prescriptions have increased along with a black market business for those self-medicating or using the drug recreationally.

Part of the drug’s new boom, medical experts say, is being driven by clinics and online services offering intravenous treatments and prescriptions for in-home use — such as tablets and nasal sprays — for ailments including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse.

It doesn’t come cheap. A single intravenous session can cost from $350 to more than $700. Many clinics bundle treatments, which can cost thousands of dollars.

But an even bigger concern is those taking the drug without close medical supervision.

  • pelespiritOPMEnglish
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    6 months ago

    This sounds like the new war on drugs is starting.

    Perry’s death — now the subject of an investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration — is putting a spotlight on the growing use of ketamine. There are more prescriptions, dedicated clinics and a burgeoning black market that medical and law enforcement professionals say is being fueled by the wealthy.