Ketamine Information

Ketamine has been used since the 1960’s and has been used in modern medicine for patient control and surgical settings. Research has rapidly developed in the treatment of depression and other mental health diagnoses, when delivered at small doses. Ketamine, used at low doses, has shown significant relief for symptoms of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—especially in patients who haven’t responded to traditional oral medications

• Acts on receptors which are involved in memory and mood regulation

• Provides rapid symptom relief—often within hours

• Proven effective in multiple clinical studies for long-term benefit in treatment-resistant cases

Potential Benefits

• Fast symptom relief (often same day)

• Reduction in suicidal thoughts

• Improved daily functioning

• Improved quality of life

• Enhanced effectiveness when paired with therapy

• Emotion regulation

• Clear thinking and decision making

Potential Side Effects

• Dissociation- mild and transient

• Slight increase in blood pressure

• Nausea

• Feel “floaty” or disconnected

• All minimal side effects and resolve prior to treatment completion