What is ketamine, the drug involved in Matthew Perry's death?
Ketamine is the drug involved in the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry and a powerful anesthetic approved by U.S. health regulators for use during surgery
By CARLA K. JOHNSON
Published - Aug 16, 2024, 11:58 AM ET
Last Updated - Aug 16, 2024, 11:58 AM EDT
The investigation into the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry has led to a sweeping indictment that pulled in five people who prosecutors say contributed to his ketamine overdose in October, including two doctors and a street dealer involved in providing Perry large amounts of the powerful anesthetic.
Here's what to know about ketamine.