Ketamine Physicians News Today

In recent years, ketamine prescriptions have increased along with a black market business for those self-medicating or using the drug recreationally.

Media reports touting ketamine as a miracle drug for severe depression have contributed to confusion about the differences between ketamine and its esketamine, experts said.

The actor’s autopsy revealed he had died from taking ketamine, currently being touted as a miracle treatment for mental health problems

(TNS) — The death of actor Matthew Perry in October from ketamine has prompted new concerns and scrutiny focused on unapproved uses of the drug.

Matthew Perry was reportedly on ketamine infusion therapy for depression and had undergone a ketamine infusion one and a half weeks before his death.

Federal health authorities are intensifying their scrutiny of the drug ketamine for treating mental health disorders, as the mind-altering compound grows in popularity despite the lack of regulatory approval for such use.

Matthew Perry died from the "acute effects" of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic. The drug also has lifesaving potential as a treatment for depression.When

Ketamine contributed to Matthew Perry's death. Experts are grappling with how to talk about the drug's dangers without undermining its potential.

You may have treatment-resistant depression (TRD) if you’ve tried several standard treatments but haven’t found relief. Fortunately, there are plenty of options for TRD.

Gothamist is a non-profit local newsroom, powered by WNYC.