Elon Musk denies drug use and describes "New York Times" allegations as "lies."

American billionaire Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, denied allegations in a report by The New York Times claiming he used drugs regularly, calling the claims "false."

His response came after the report alleged that Musk used ketamine and other drugs during Donald Trump's presidential campaign.

Musk confirmed on his platform "X" that he had tried ketamine before with a prescription, but hadn't used it since, stating: "I tried ketamine with a prescription a few years ago and disclosed it on 'X.' So, this is not new."

He added, explaining: "Ketamine helps with severe mental crises, but I haven't used it since then."

In response to claims of overdosing, Musk commented: "If I were overdosing on ketamine as the newspaper claimed, I wouldn't be able to accomplish my tasks. I have a lot of work."

The newspaper reported on Friday, citing sources, that Musk "used drugs more frequently than previously believed, including during Trump's campaign," causing significant mood swings and an increased desire to have more children.

The report also mentioned his use of "ketamine, ecstasy, and hallucinogenic mushrooms," as well as carrying a box containing 20 pills daily, including what appears to be "Adderall."

This is not the first time Musk has faced drug allegations; last year, The Wall Street Journal published a report expressing concerns from some Tesla and SpaceX officials about his addiction, prompting him to respond back then as well.