How does Ketamine work?
Ketamine, an FDA approved anesthetic agent, is being used off label to treat a variety of mental health issues. While there is the most research for treatment refractory depression (including bipolar depression), suicidal ideation, PTSD, and addiction, there is also research suggesting beneficial effects for OCD, anxiety, eating disorders, and end of life care. A Unique Mechanism of Action: Compared to other antidepressants, ketamine has a unique mechanism of action. Whereas most antidepressants affect levels of serotonin, ketamine works on a different receptor, called the NMDA receptor. The NMDA receptor plays a role in […]
Ketamine Infusions vs. Oral Ketamine
Ketamine has gained significant attention as a potential treatment for various mental health conditions, including treatment-resistant depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety disorders. This blog aims to provide an in-depth analysis of ketamine’s role in mental health treatment, comparing two primary methods of administration: ketamine infusions and oral ketamine. We will explore the characteristics, […]
Ketamine Infusion Therapy: A Treatment for Addiction?
Ketamine infusion therapy, once primarily used as an anesthetic, has gained recent attention as a potential treatment for addiction. Addiction is a complex and multifaceted disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Traditional treatment options, such as therapy and medication, have been effective for some but not all individuals struggling with addiction. As a result, […]
