Articles by: klearmind

Ketamine IV Infusion Therapy vs ECT

Ketamine versus ECT in Depression: The Balance of Risks and Rewards

Recently, an enlightening editorial in The New England Journal of Medicine by Robert Freedman, M.D., offered a careful analysis of an open-label, randomized, non-inferiority trial comparing the effects of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and ketamine infusion on patients with moderately severe depression. Despite the controversy surrounding the use of ketamine, the […]

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Ketamine Therapy for Alcoholism

The Promising Benefits of Ketamine Therapy for Alcoholism

Introduction What Is Alcoholism Alcoholism is a pervasive and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite numerous treatment options, relapse rates remain high, and the search for more effective therapies continues. One such potential therapy is ketamine, an anesthetic drug with a growing body of evidence supporting its […]

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Why Midazolam Versed Not Recommended Before Ketamine Therapy

Why Midazolam (Versed) is Not Recommended Before Ketamine Therapy: A Review of Risks

Introduction Ketamine therapy has gained popularity in recent years for its effective treatment of depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions However, it is important to note that the administration of certain medications before ketamine therapy can affect its efficacy and safety. One such medication is midazolam (Versed). This paper […]

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