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Ketamine Proves Effective for Treatment-Resistant Depression

10/9/2025

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Story summary

UNSW Sydney and the Black Dog Institute report generic racemic ketamine for depression is safe and effective.
The analysis covers 65 patients treated from 2021 to 2024.
It shows symptom reduction and improved quality of life for treatment-resistant depression. Ketamine is cheaper than S-ketamine.
The study notes funding gaps limit access and calls for more research in anorexia nervosa populations.

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Story summary

UNSW Sydney and the Black Dog Institute report generic racemic ketamine for depression is safe and effective.
The analysis covers 65 patients treated from 2021 to 2024.
It shows symptom reduction and improved quality of life for treatment-resistant depression. Ketamine is cheaper than S-ketamine.
The study notes funding gaps limit access and calls for more research in anorexia nervosa populations.