From wikipedia: «The effect of ketamine on the respiratory and circulatory systems is different from that of other anesthetics. It suppresses breathing much le

From wikipedia: «The effect of ketamine on the respiratory and circulatory systems is different from that of other anesthetics. It suppresses breathing much less than most other available anesthetics.[29] When used at anesthetic doses, ketamine usually stimulates rather than depresses the circulatory system.»