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Depression
Ketamine, a general anesthetic agent, may provide fast-acting relief for symptoms of depression
August 28th, 2006
A single intravenous infusion of a drug known as ketamine, which is a general anesthetic agent, may relieve symptoms of depression within two hours and remain effective for up to one week, according to a report in a recent issue of Archives of General Psychiatry. The discovery of antidepressant medications has revolutionized the treatment of depression, according to background information in the article. However, most currently available medications do not begin to relieve the symptoms of depression for several weeks. During this lag period, patients are at risk for self-harm and even suicide, especially within the first nine days of treatment. "Pharmacological...
Source: Mental Health Weekly Digest (2006-08-28)
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