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One common question that pops up is: is ketamine an opioid? The answer is no. Ketamine is not an opioid. While opioids work by binding to specific receptors in the brain to dull pain, ketamine operates through a different mechanism. It affects the NMDA receptors in the brain, which play a role in how we perceive pain.
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One common question that pops up is: is ketamine an opioid? The answer is no. Ketamine is not an opioid. While opioids work by binding to specific receptors in the brain to dull pain, ketamine operates through a different mechanism. It affects the NMDA receptors in the brain, which play a role in how we perceive pain.
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Partnership to End Addiction is a national nonprofit providing personalized support and resources for families impacted by addiction. With decades of experience in direct services, communications and coalition-building, we mobilize families, policymakers, researchers and health care professionals to more effectively address addiction systemically on a national scale. For more information, visit drugfree.org.
Connect with us: drugfree.org
Facebook: facebook.com/PartnershipToEndAddiction
Twitter: twitter.com/ToEndAddiction
Instagram: instagram.com/PartnershipToEndAddiction
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/PartnershipToEndAddiction
Learn more about Prevention & Early Action: drugfree.org/prevention-and-early-action
Get Support: Text CONNECT to 55753 to contact a specialist.
(Please note: Msg and data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Text HELP for help or STOP to opt out. Terms and Privacy.)
