Ketamine is an example of which class of drugs?

• A. Class C
• B. Class B
• C. Class A
• D. Not classified

Answer: (B)

The evaluated idea is how drugs are scheduled to balance medical use with potential for harm. Ketamine has legitimate medical uses as an anesthetic and analgesic, including in veterinary practice, but it also has a notable potential for misuse and dependence. That combination places it in a mid-level control category: not the most dangerous (Class A), but more restricted than the lower tier (Class C). Being in this Class B group means tighter controls on possession and supply, along with strict record-keeping, secure storage, and specific prescription requirements. In practice, you must store ketamine in a locked cabinet, maintain a controlled-drug register, and document every withdrawal. This is why ketamine is classified as Class B rather than Class A or not classified at all.