More About Ketamine.

Ketamine offers a distinct advantage over medications like opioids (i.e. oxycodone) and benzodiazepines (i.e. valium) in that it will not impact breathing or cause a drop in blood pressure. It also stands out from traditional antidepressants. Unlike SSRIs that take weeks to show an effect and can cause sexual dysfunction, weight gain, and sleep issues, ketamine can rapidly improve depression symptoms within hours and lacks such side effects.  Below is a link to a comprehensive video where Dr. John Krsytal, Chief of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Yale-New Haven Hospital, delves into Ketamine therapy.  I believe you will find it as fascinating as we do.