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S-Ketamine 0.5

Turku University Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

S-Ketamine is the active S-enantiomer of ketamine that acts as a non-competitive antagonist at the NMDA receptor, blocking glutamate signaling in the central nervous system.

S-Ketamine is the active S-enantiomer of ketamine that acts as a non-competitive antagonist at the NMDA receptor, blocking glutamate signaling in the central nervous system. Used for General anesthesia induction and maintenance, Analgesia and sedation.

At a glance

Generic nameS-Ketamine 0.5
Also known asKetanest-S, Jiangsu Hengrui Medicine Co.,Ltd.
SponsorTurku University Hospital
Drug classNMDA receptor antagonist
TargetNMDA receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaAnesthesia; Psychiatry
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

S-Ketamine preferentially blocks NMDA receptors compared to the R-enantiomer, leading to rapid dissociative and anesthetic effects. It is used clinically for anesthesia induction and maintenance, and has been investigated for rapid-acting antidepressant effects through modulation of glutamatergic neurotransmission.

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Key clinical trials

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