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Ketamine treatment for refractory anxiety: A systematic review

Jamie L. Tully, Amelia D. Dahlén, Connor J. Haggarty, Helgi B. Schiöth, Samantha J. Brooks
British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology Summary & key facts 2022 84 citations

This systematic review looked at clinical studies of ketamine for people whose anxiety did not get better with standard treatments. The authors found early signs that single doses of ketamine can reduce anxiety quickly, but the benefits are often temporary (typically lasting days to about a week). The existing studies…

Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes Treatment of Major Depression Tryptophan and brain disorders
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