In early 2019, the FDA approved Spravato™, an esketamine nasal spray designed to relieve treatment-resistant depression. Beaches TMS & Brain Health offers Spravato treatment to help you alleviate your depression symptoms and restore your quality of life. If you’re struggling with treatment-resistant depression, call TMS & Brain Health or request an appointment online today to find out how Spravato can help you.
What is SPRAVATO® ?
SPRAVATO® is an esketamine nasal spray that is used in combination with an oral antidepressant. SPRAVATO® can alleviate the symptoms of treatment-resistant depression and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with suicidal ideation. Ketamine is a chemical which consists of two mirror-image molecules, S-ketamine and R-ketamine. When used as an anesthetic or in an intravenous infusion, both the S and R molecules are included. However, SPRAVATO® only uses the S molecule. For more information please visit https://www.spravato.com/.
SPRAVATO® Treatment at Beaches TMS & Brain Health
Prior to beginning treatment, our office will conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine if SPRAVATO® is the best option for you.
SPRAVATO® is prescribed in one of two dosages: 56mg or 84mg. The first treatment will always be 56mg. During treatment, you will rest comfortably under the supervision of a certified SPRAVATO® specialist for approximately 2 hours. SPRAVATO® can trigger some short- lived side effects such as dizziness, dissociation, and sedation. These side effects usually happen right after taking SPRAVATO® and go away the same day. Once the provider has released you, you will need a friend or family member to drive you home.
The usual SPRAVATO® treatment plan consist of:
Month 1: Two treatments per week
Month 2: One treatment per week
Month 3+: Continue weekly treatment Or Treatment once every 2 weeks
To speak with a representative about your options, call our office today or request an appointment using our online scheduling tool, and a representative will reach out to you!
How to Get started with SPRAVATO® therapy at Beaches TMS & Brain Health
If it sounds like Spravato® may be a feasible option for you, please contact your healthcare provider.
- Request SPRAVATO® / Esketamine Consult.
- Become a patient.
- Insurance verification and pre-authorization.
- Schedule first treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the observation period after taking SPRAVATO®?
Other possible serious side effects include increased blood pressure, problems with thinking clearly, and bladder problems. The most common side effects include feeling disconnected from yourself, your thoughts, feelings, and things around you (dissociation); dizziness; nausea; feeling sleepy (sedation); spinning sensation; decreased feeling of sensitivity (numbness); feeling anxious; lack of energy; increased blood pressure; vomiting; feeling drunk; and feeling very happy or excited.
Serious side effects reported with SPRAVATO® include sedation and dissociation, and there is a risk of abuse and misuse with SPRAVATO®. There is an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with SPRAVATO®. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings, or if you develop suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Other possible serious side effects include increased blood pressure, problems with thinking clearly and bladder problems. The most common side effects include feeling disconnected from yourself, your thoughts, feelings and things around you (dissociation); dizziness; nausea; feeling sleepy (sedation); spinning sensation; decreased feeling of sensitivity (numbness); feeling anxious; lack of energy; increased blood pressure; vomiting; feeling drunk; and feeling very happy or excited.
Serious side effects reported with SPRAVATO® include sedation and dissociation, and there is a risk of abuse and misuse with SPRAVATO®. There is an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with SPRAVATO®.
Call your healthcare provider right away if you have new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings, or if you develop suicidal thoughts or behavior. Because of the possibility of nausea and vomiting, you should avoid eating two hours before, and drinking liquids 30 minutes before, taking SPRAVATO®.Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines that you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
For more FAQ’s about Spravato®, please visit: https://www.spravato.com/trd/faqs.
