Everything you need to know about ketamine

What is ketamine?

Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic. It is most commonly used for maintenance of anesthesia, however has recently been used as a treatment for depression.

Ketamine as a treatment for depression

Over the past 20 years it has been discovered that ketamine is incredibly effective as a treatment for treatment resistant depression when it is administered in low doses.

While traditional antidepressants can take weeks to show signs of improvement, Ketamine works quickly to reduce symptoms of depression. Within just a few hours after the treatment patients see results that can last from weeks to a month with a single dose.

Ketamine triggers a state of mind when your brain can easily learn new things and adapt. This allows the brain to disconnect from old patterns and make new connections and pathways. This creates an opportunity to make new habits and change perceptions.

Why Ketamine?

  • Is ketamine safe?

    Ketamine is safe when medically supervised. It has been studied and used for over 50 years.

  • Is ketamine effective?

    Ketamine is a great option for treatment resistant depression. It has been proven to provide rapid releif. .

  • What can I expect?

    Treatments are quick and typically take 45-90 minutes. Dosage is personalized specifically for you.

Frequently asked questions?

  • Ketamine works differently from other psychedelics, Ketamine works by relaxing the brain rather than overriding it.

  • Treatments can cause certain side effects, though they are rare. The most common side effect is nausea, to prevent this fast before treatment. Some other side effects may include

    -Headache

    -Drowsiness/ dizziness

    -Increased blood pressure

    -Elevated heart rate

  • There are many different ways that ketamine can be taken. A True Med, ketamine is delivered through IV infusion. It is administered and overseen by a healthcare professional.