Ketamine Research in Bipolar Depression
Bipolar depression deserves cautious, coordinated use of ketamine.
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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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