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Ketamine is a complex molecule with multiple effects of the brain, which are still being studied today. Once of the proposed mechanisms of action includes antagonism of the N-methyl-d-aspartate (NDMA) receptor, an ionotropic glutamate receptor in the brain. Ketamine also releases brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) which stimulates the growth of new neurons in the brain, as quickly as within the first one hour session. Commonly used antidepressants like SSRIs and SNRIs target various neurotransmitters – serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine – and can takes weeks or months to work. Ketamine also demonstrates an anti-inflammatory effect on the brain, which is still being researched.
When ketamine is used properly under medical supervision at sub-anesthetic doses, the side effects are mild and transient. Commonly reported side effects include nausea and/or vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, light sensitivity, and a temporary increase in blood pressure. Continuous monitoring of vital signs by a licensed medical practitioner ensures your safety during treatment.
You may have heard of the FDA-approved intranasal version of ketamine, which is actually just half of the ketamine molecule- esketamine. We do not offer this treatment for several reasons. Intranasal ketamine has low bioavailability when compared to intravenous administration, which means it needs to be used much more frequently to have a therapeutic effect. Additionally, studies have demonstrated that the effectiveness of ketamine may indeed require doses high enough to induce a level of dissociation, which may not be possible for the majority of patients using intranasal esketamine. Finally, we believe that the requirement of administration of intravenous ketamine by a licensed and trained medical provider lowers the risk of dependence and discourages the recreational use of ketamine.
A pack of 6 in-office ketamine infusions is $2400, which breaks down to $400 per infusion. A single in-office infusion is $550. The cost for an individual in-home infusion is $900. We offer financing options through Care Credit and Allegro. Ketamine infusions are not covered by any insurance plan at this time, and we do not offer superbills to submit to any insurance provider.
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