Ketamine infusions for the treatment of mental health conditions

Abstract

Globally, mental health conditions impose a large burden of disease. Although mental disorders react positively to current pharmacotherapy, ketamine, an anaesthetic, has displayed favourable results in the treatment of depression, anxiety, pain and other mood disorders. Treatment with ketamine could provide an effective, non-invasive treatment option. The background, mechanism of action, uses and benefits of ketamine in the treatment of mood ailments are discussed.