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Ketamine Research in Bipolar Depression

Bipolar depression deserves cautious, coordinated use of ketamine.

Medically reviewed by: Pending medical review(draft)Last updated: June 6, 2026Evidence: Diazgranados 2010; Zarate 2012; clinical practice

Key considerations

  • Always treated on a mood stabilizer (lithium, valproate, lamotrigine).
  • Manic-switch monitoring during induction.
  • Coordination with treating psychiatrist is essential.
  • Lamotrigine may blunt ketamine response — coordinate dosing.

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