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Ketamine Frequently Asked Question
Safety & Eligibility
When administered in a medically supervised clinical setting, ketamine therapy has a strong safety profile. Patients are carefully screened before treatment and monitored throughout each session by trained medical professionals.
Ketamine therapy may be appropriate for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other conditions that have not improved with traditional treatments. Eligibility is determined through a personalized clinical evaluation.
Ketamine therapy may not be appropriate for individuals with certain uncontrolled medical or psychiatric conditions. A comprehensive consultation helps determine whether treatment is safe and appropriate for your situation.
Ketamine can be misused recreationally, but medically supervised ketamine therapy is very different from unsupervised use. Treatment is carefully monitored and individualized in a controlled clinical setting.
Potential side effects may include temporary dissociation, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, elevated blood pressure, or blurred vision. Most side effects are short-lived and resolve shortly after treatment.
Yes. Ketamine therapy in a medical setting is very different from unsupervised recreational use. Some people know ketamine from media references such as “horse tranquilizer,” but medical ketamine therapy involves carefully controlled dosing, physician oversight, patient screening, and ongoing monitoring focused on safety and clinical care.
Treatment Experience
Patients may experience temporary changes in perception, awareness, or sensory processing during treatment. Some individuals feel deeply relaxed or mildly dissociated, while others experience more subtle effects.
Yes. Ketamine therapy for mental health conditions uses much lower doses than surgical anesthesia, and most patients remain awake and responsive throughout treatment.
Some patients experience temporary perceptual or dissociative effects during treatment. These effects are generally mild, carefully monitored, and resolve shortly after the session ends.
Most ketamine therapy sessions last between 40 minutes and two hours, including preparation, monitoring, and recovery time.
Your first appointment includes a comprehensive evaluation, discussion of your symptoms and treatment history, and personalized treatment planning if ketamine therapy is appropriate for your needs.
Patients receive individualized instructions regarding eating, medications, transportation, and recovery planning before treatment.
Patients should arrange transportation home after treatment. Because ketamine may temporarily affect coordination and reaction time, patients should not drive until fully recovered.
Results & Expectations
Some patients notice improvement within hours or days after treatment, while others experience more gradual changes over several sessions. Results vary between individuals.
The duration of improvement varies from person to person. Some patients experience relief lasting weeks or longer, while others benefit from ongoing maintenance treatments.
Many patients begin with an initial series of treatments followed by individualized maintenance recommendations if needed. Treatment frequency depends on symptoms, goals, and response to therapy.
Many patients benefit from maintenance treatments after the initial induction series. Maintenance timing and frequency are individualized based on symptom response and long-term treatment goals.
Ketamine therapy is not effective for everyone. If treatment is not producing meaningful improvement, we carefully reassess your response and discuss alternative options or next steps.
Comparing Treatment Options
IV ketamine and Spravato® are different treatment approaches with distinct dosing methods, monitoring protocols, and insurance considerations. IV ketamine allows for individualized dosing, while Spravato® is an FDA-approved nasal spray form of esketamine.
When evaluating ketamine providers, patients should consider medical oversight, clinical experience, safety protocols, monitoring standards, and individualized treatment planning.
Cost & Logistics
Insurance coverage varies depending on the treatment type and your individual plan. Our team can help explain payment options and answer questions during your consultation.
Treatment costs vary depending on the treatment phase, number of sessions, and individual needs. We provide transparent pricing information during your consultation.
Some patients may be able to use HSA or FSA funds for eligible treatment expenses, depending on their plan requirements.
Referral requirements vary depending on your medical history, insurance considerations, and treatment needs. Many patients begin by scheduling a direct consultation.
The first step is scheduling a consultation to review your symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals. If appropriate, we will create a personalized treatment plan and explain the next steps.
Why We Choose Racemic Ketamine
Superior Results, Proven Care
Understanding the differences between ketamine therapy options is crucial for effective treatment. WellCentric Health uses racemic ketamine, which has proven superior to Spravato’s S-ketamine, ensuring the best outcomes for our clients.
