Ketamine is a well-known anesthetic that, when used at low doses in a clinical setting, has shown rapid antidepressant and anti-anxiety effects. IV ketamine therapy involves delivering a precise, sub-anesthetic dose of ketamine through an intravenous (IV) infusion. Unlike traditional medications that take weeks to work, ketamine may relieve symptoms within hours or days.
Ketamine therapy is typically reserved for people with treatment-resistant mental health conditions — those who haven’t found relief with standard care. It is not a daily medication, but rather a supervised, time-limited treatment protocol designed to support brain-based recovery.
Depression that has not improved after trying multiple antidepressants
Persistent symptoms following trauma that haven’t responded to standard care
Ongoing, excessive worry that has not improved with traditional therapy or medications
Ketamine is administered via IV in a controlled, clinical setting. It is delivered slowly over a set period while the patient rests in a comfortable, monitored room.
Here’s what a typical treatment protocol includes:
6–8 infusions over 2–4 weeks
40–60 minutes per infusion, plus recovery time
Vital signs and mental state are tracked throughout
Booster infusions may be offered based on your response
IV ketamine therapy is medically supervised to ensure safety and minimize risks. Common side effects are generally short-lived and may include:
Ketamine therapy often works differently — and faster — than traditional antidepressants. Many people begin to feel a shift in mood, clarity, or anxiety levels within the first few treatments.
Key points to know:
At Lumora, we help patients access advanced psychiatric treatments through a network of trusted clinics. We are not a provider — we’re a partner in making care accessible, safe, and understandable.
When you pursue IV ketamine therapy through Lumora:
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