Concerns over the drug are growing.
New figures reveal there have been five deaths linked to ketamine between 2018 and 2020.
Concerns surrounding illegal use of the drug are growing, as it's been linked to a rise in admissions to Irish drug-treatment facilities.
The substance has recently been used to treat depression, but comes with dangerous side effects when used incorrectly.
Treasurer of the Athlone Drugs Awareness Group, Jim Henson, says the key to handling the situation is in reducing the demand:
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