IV Ketamine INFUSION THERAPY FAQs

Ketamine is an anesthetic used for sedation and chronic pain. Recent research has shown its rapid antidepressant effects. Ketamine Treatment antagonizes the excitatory NDMA glutamate receptor that may reduce the excitotoxicity implicated in the development of treatment resistant depression.

Promising data has demonstrated robust effects in treating severe, chronic, treatment resistant depression, Major Depressive Disorder Suicidal Ideation, Bipolar Depression Generalized Anxiety Disorder Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Fibromyalgia, Substance Abuse, Patients with Chronic Pain & more. Thus, anyone diagnosed with the previous disorders (Anxiety Depression PTSD Pain and Substance Use Disorder) can benefit from Ketamine Treatment.

Although there is no exact answer for how many Ketamine Treatments you may need, research shows that 4-6 infusions over the first month may help you to stay symptom free longer.

Research supports a rapid onset of Ketamine provides more of the desired long term effects. However, many clients feel intimidated by IV treatments. We're excited to offer; IV, Oral and Nasal preparations for your Ketamine Treatment. 

The most common side effects ok Ketamine Treatment (however rare) are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, anxiety, feeling detached from body or a floating sensation also known as a dissociative feeling.

Unfortunately at this time the FDA has not approved IV Ketamine as a covered treatment for any mental health concern. Ketamine Treatment for most complaints are considered "Off Label"

Initial consult is free. Please call us at (516) 963 - 8658. or email us at hello@ivevolutionmed.com if you wish to discuss further