Nearly 30% of people experience anxiety disorders at some point in their lives, making it one of the most common psychological conditions.
Achieving long-term success with treatment can be challenging. While up to 70% respond adequately to diazepam for the first 3-4 weeks, less than two-thirds see remission of symptoms.
As researchers continue to explore alternative treatments for anxiety, preliminary evidence suggests that ketamine may offer relief for patients struggling with this condition.
Patients with depression benefit from ketamine as well, and anxiety is frequently a co-occurring condition in these patients. This overlap may help explain why ketamine has also helped patients suffering from anxiety.
Ketamine has demonstrated exceptional promise in managing generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), a condition often resistant to traditional therapeutic approaches.
Various studies have shown that patients respond well to lower doses of ketamine. During treatment, patients’ scores decreased on several anxiety ratings, such as HAM-A and CADSS.
During the maintenance phase of treatment, patients not only experienced reduced anxiety but also showed improved functioning in social and work-related settings. This highlights ketamine’s potential as an alternative for those struggling with GAD.
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) can be a debilitating condition, significantly impacting everyday situations in daily life.
Preliminary evidence has shown ketamine can provide relief for patients compared to a placebo. Studies have indicated a noticeably higher proportion of treatment responders when assessed using the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS).
Intravenous ketamine has helped patients with bipolar disorder relieve their anxiety and depression.
Patients can maintain typical treatments such as lithium or valproic acid.
Our compounding pharmacy can give you the information and assistance you need if you’re looking for more information about ketamine therapy. Our experienced pharmacists can guide you through the process of starting ketamine for anxiety.
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