FAQs

Ketamine, which was first developed in 1962, is an anesthetic agent approved by the FDA. It has been widely used for inducing general anesthesia in children, adults, and animals during surgical procedures. Due to its excellent safety profile, ketamine is commonly used in pediatric anesthesia. However, it has recently been found to be highly effective in treating various conditions such as depression, PTSD, and fibromyalgia.

According to research studies, infusions of ketamine to treat mental health can be effective for 60-80% of individuals. The medication effects of ketamine can last for several weeks, however, since Ketamine significantly increases your brains ability to form new thought patterns and beliefs, the neural connections that are formed can last a lifetime. With the powerful root cause approach of NeuroSomatic Bliss, these connections are rooted in a safe, regulated nervous system state.

Ketamine works through a distinct mechanism of action, unlike any other antidepressant medication. Unlike traditional medicine, which only sedate you to mask the effects of depression, Ketamine targets the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate, blocking it and effectively ramping down your nervous system. 

In addition, Ketamine increases the Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF — or Food for brain), a protein that helps neurons grow in the brain and spinal cord. This leads to the development of new thought patterns and belief systems, constituting the long lasting effect of Ketamine. Thus, Ketamine works in a multifaceted approach to offer short AND long acting relief.

Some research has shown that Ketamine infusion therapy is not recommended for patients who have been diagnosed with psychosis. Additionally, if you have pre-existing high blood pressure, or cardiac and/or pulmonary conditions, additional records may be requested

Ketamine has an extremely safe medication profile and is often used to induce anesthesia in hemodynamically unstable patients due to it’s ability to maintain the patients blood pressure and respirations.

Unlike other anesthesia, patients undergoing Ketamine infusion therapy maintain all of their bodies protective reflexes and are not at increased risk for aspiration. If you eat prior to your infusion, it’s recommended that it be a light meal. Clear liquids are encouraged to maintain hydration, although drinking diuretics like coffee and soda should be minimized to prevent the urge to go to the bathroom during your infusion.

No. The dose of ketamine you will receive does not cause any loss of consciousness. You will be in an altered state of consciousness, but still able to answer questions and be aware of where you are.

Ketamine is administered intravenously very slowly over 40 minutes. At the start of the infusion, you may not have noticeable effects, but as the infusion progresses, you may encounter a feeling of “lightness” or “floating,” which for some feels as a “weight being lifted off their shoulders.” Most patients describe moderate dissociative or psychedelic experiences that are generally well-tolerated. You will be monitored throughout the infusion and we are prepared to treat any unpleasant side effects during the procedure. Within 15 minutes of completing the infusion, you will to start to regain your senses and your thinking will return to normal.

The effects of a single infusion typically last up to two weeks. After a series of seven infusions, some people could remain symptom free for a lifetime. We also offer the option of booster infusions which can be given monthly or a few times per year as needed.

Patients should not take benzodiazepines or any prescribed narcotics on the day of their infusion.

No, there is no need to stop any of the medications you are currently taking.

No, ketamine has been proven safe in humans. It has been used for years as a surgical anesthetic in children and in trauma management. Although it has been abused recreationally at much higher doses as a club drug, there is no evidence that ketamine is addictive. In addition, ketamine will be administered under medical supervision at subanesthetic doses.

Ketamine is also a root cause approach, so it is actually used to help treat addiction disorders.

It is suggested to undergo seven infusions within a span of three weeks to fully harness the benefits of ketamine. The gradual repair and development of new nerve cells can result in sustained alleviation of symptoms. Nevertheless, the overall duration of treatment varies according to each person’s specific situation.