Ketamine Therapy Info

Pros

• Ketamine infusions are more comfortable for those new to using ketamine treatments
• An informed medical staff will answer all your questions
• Administered in a safe medical space
• Eyemasks and weighted blankets often included
• Most people start to see results in as little as 2 treatments
• An intravenous ketamine infusion is stronger than troches (oral lozenges) as it bypasses the stomach. More is absorbed, leading to a more effective treatment
• Ketamine IVs are often is administered with Oxytocin to increase feelings of relaxation and combat any anxiety
• You are monitored by medical professionals
• In the case that you are having anxiety or a “bad trip” the staff will administer anti-anxiety medication

Cons 

•  Cost- Treatment price per ketamine infusion session usually starts at $300 per session and a series of 6 is needed for the best results
• Can be difficult for people who are afraid of needles needles
• During a depressive episode, it may be difficult to speak to new people 
• You need someone to drive you home after the treatment
• Feelings of drowsiness for hours after
• You can’t drive for the rest of the day