Ketamine was originally developed for anesthesia and analgesia. It has a long history as an extremely safe and effective drug and continues to be used widely for medical procedures and emergency medicine around the world. A substantial and ever-growing body of research and clinical evidence has shown that ketamine is extraordinarily effective at treating depression, anxiety, and other conditions — with high rates of success, with strong and durable results, and for many people with treatment-resistant symptoms. As research expands, our understanding of what ketamine may be used to treat continues to expand.

According to substantial research and clinical data,

Ketamine Can be Very effective for:

Depression
Anxiety
Suicidal ideation
PTSD

According to many research papers and clinical data,

Ketamine Can Be Very Effective for:

Bipolar disorder
Drug and alcohol addiction
Neuropathic pain
CRPS and RSD
Cancer pain syndromes
Phantom limb pain

According to good clinical evidence, but only a few research papers,

Ketamine is Likely effective at relieving the worst symptoms of:

Fibromyalgia
Trigeminal neuralgia
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social anxiety disorder
Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN)
Diabetic neuropathy
Central pain syndromes related to stroke or trauma
Some forms of chronic migraine headaches

According to limited or few papers and some clinical experience,

Ketamine May be effective for reducing symptoms of:

Chronic pelvic pain
Spinal cord injury pain
Multiple sclerosis pain
Recurrent seizures
Eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating
Intermittent explosive disorder, for impulsivity and irritability
Rett syndrome
Autism spectrum disorder, for social and depressive symptoms. Treatment may also increase verbalizations and decrease stereotypical and resistant behaviors
Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease, for depression and memory loss
Some forms of hearing loss and tinnitus

Ketamine’s potential as a treatment continues to grow as we continue to investigate its efficacy for treating a variety conditions. Its ability to promote more robust neural activity appears to be a key factor in its effectiveness. Its relatively safe profile and minimal side effects, when administered appropriately, make it a particularly attractive treatment option in many cases. It has few contraindications, and it can be used concurrently with all manner of other treatments and medications.

Ketamine is a versatile and useful drug and an excellent option for many people.

About Us

Wells Medicine is a Houston-based practice designed to provide meaningful care for mental health. Providing targeted interventional treatments for Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD and other conditions, with Ketamine Treatments, Stellate Ganglion Blocks, TMS, and Nitrous-Oxide Treatments. Focused on comprehensive care and integration with Psychiatry, Psychology, and Support Services. We are evidence-based, patient-focused and mission-driven.

The content here is for informational purposes and should not be relied upon for medical decisions. For the details of your specific medical conditions and treatments consult your doctors or other qualified healthcare professionals.