Posted by Bob on August 10, 2006, at 16:44:32
In reply to Re: Ketamine relieves depression? (article), posted by Cairo on August 10, 2006, at 14:31:50
> Ketamine can also be formulated for intranasal use. I believe I remember reading that Jay Goldstein, MD used it as part of his quick trial protocol for FMS/CFS.
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> > > http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/5253800.stm?ls
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> > > They're talking about low doses here, rather than the higher doses than can cause hallucinations. Finding a pdoc who would prescribe this for depression right now is highly unlikely. I'm seriously considering finding someone who would let me try this for my highly treatment-resistant, chronic depression.
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> > I think it's only available legally as i.v.
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> > - Scott
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Does anyone know what the original intention of this research was? Were they trying to find out if Ketamine was a viable treatment for depression, or was it a happy accident? Also, how is this info useful? Is is feasible that a practical treatment could be formed from the results of this find, or are they just reported some interesting but ultimately unuseable effect?
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