Ketamine For Depression? (Page 2)
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It was recommended by the members of a separate thread that one be started that directly relates to ketamine and it's use to treat depression.

If anyone besides myself would like to discuss it's use as a treatment for depression, feel free to post your questions, answers and experiences here.

This thread is an offshoot of a related one that discussed a treatment of Scopolamine for depression.

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I am hoping I get the ok for this treatment. I had gastric bypass almost two years ago and I have completely fallen apart. Not only would they forget to give me my meds in the hospital. The stoped working completely because they are not absorbing. I started to self medicate because I need to function some how. I have never been so desperate for help in my life. I feel like a stranger in my skin and I’m worried this feeling will never go away. I have started liquid meds because they are supposed to absorb better but not feel much from them. This is my last hope. An IV treatment will be good because I don’t have to worry about absorption. Is there any information that I ave aware of? I just need my Dr. to sign off and then I get a consult.

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Re: Mh (# 882) Expand Referenced Message

See my posts straight below under “Guy”. That is about all I can say about it. Good Luck!

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Re: Guy in Toronto (# 875) Expand Referenced Message

Would you be able to provide any sources for ketamine in Canada? Thanks so much

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Re: JP in Toronto (# 845) Expand Referenced Message

Hi there, it has been a while since this post. Do you have any updates on obtaining ketamine in Canada, infusion or oral? Thanks so much.

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Re: Guy (# 879) Expand Referenced Message

Thanks, Guy. I realized my error right after I posted. I have nerve pain as well, and ankylosing spondilytis. I'm starting a medication for that in a few days. If that doesn't work then I'll look up Alevio.

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Re: Joseph (# 877) Expand Referenced Message

Hey Joseph, I didn’t say they were not accepting patients, that was a different poster. Yes it is at a pain clinic in Toronto as I have severe nerve pain and subsequent depression. Look up Alevvio.

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Re: JPinToronto (# 864) Expand Referenced Message

All the research I've done suggests that oral ketamine is not nearly as effective as transfusion. Jansen is working on a nasal esketamine spray and there is a possibility it could be available this year. Trials have been promising and they were granted breakthrough status a year or two ago. I tried to get into a trial but was deemed ineligible due to concomitant conditions.

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Re: Guy in Toronto (# 875) Expand Referenced Message

I'm a bit confused, Guy. At one point you say that your drs aren't accepting more patients but then state that with a referral to the pain clinic you use, one could possibly receive ketamine transfusions. Are you getting transfusions for pain but also have depression? I have both refractory depression and significant pain from arthritis. I've never found any lasting relief for either. There are several pain clinics in Toronto. I realize that you can't provide a name but maybe an intersection? Thanks, Joseph.

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Hey all. Are there any doctors in PA or Maryland that legally prescribe ketamine and/or any other fast acting nmda drugs like esketamine, NIS189, or glyx-13 for treating severe depression? Would really appreciate it if anyone knew. Thanks.

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Re: Pat (# 874) Expand Referenced Message

Hi,

It’s via a pain clinic, so you will need a referral from your GP for a chronic pain condition. It is not a doctor who uses it for depression, rather, pain. But you should get some antidepressant effects from it if used properly for pain.

I am not comfortable giving out names of physicians online but if you {edited for privacy} I can send you the info.

Cheers.

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Re: Guy in Toronto (# 873) Expand Referenced Message


May I ask how I could get in contact with this doctor in Toronto?

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Re: JPin Toronto (# 872) Expand Referenced Message

I found a Doctor in Toronto that administers Ketamine infusion and my GP put in a referral. My only hope is that they do what is adequate, 3-4 days straight of 2-3 hour infusions and then monthly boosters. I have heard some clinics will only do 1 single infusion once per month which from what I understand, does nothing. Thanks for getting back to me though. My fingers are crossed with this Doctor! I am looking into it for chronic pain and subsequent depression and anxiety.

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Re: Guy In Toronto (# 868) Expand Referenced Message

My doctors do not permit me to disclose their names. They have very full practices and are not seeking any new patients. Sorry. There are doctors/psychiatrists at CAMH in Toronto that have experience with administering/prescribing ketamine - but you need a referral from at least a family doctor first.

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Re: SSSS (# 869) Expand Referenced Message

Total 0.5mg/kg is correct. However, never do it without capable and experienced medical supervision! The flow rate must be carefully regulated and you need to be monitored for oxygen and blood pressure over the 45-60 minutes! No wonder you were incapacitated.

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Re: SSSS (# 869) Expand Referenced Message

I felt better 24 hours after my 1st Ketamine infusion. Doctor's recommend a series of 6 treatments for depression.

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I tried Ketamine treatment on my own few days ago.First time, 0.5mg/kg IM injection and i ended up laying on the floor for one hour. It hit me so hard, i thought that i was going to die.
After the hole came hangover, dizzines. No improvment from one treatment.
I checked the dosing and it was righ, 0.5mg per kg. I dont know why my body reacted like that.

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I am in Toronto, Canada.

JP in Toronto, if I may ask, which Doctor are you currently being prescribed Ketamine from?

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Re: The Blonde Wonder (# 855) Expand Referenced Message

You are absolutely right, opioids are amazing for depression but the addictive qualities outweigh the benefits. Only thing that lifted the black cloud. I can see why kids turn to illicit drugs. Doctors know this but cannot prescribe opioids for depression.

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Dr. Hanna does ketamine infusion treatment at the Florida spine institute in Clearwater FL for a multitude of conditions & he & his team are wonderful! People come from all over the world & have moved there to be able to treat with him.

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Ahedonia --

Did you have any luck getting ketamine IV in Toronto or London? My youngest daughter is desperate and nothing else, not even ECT, has helped much.

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