I/V Ketamine Treatment

About I/V treatment

During I/V ketamine treatment, a low dose of ketamine is administered via an I/V. Each infusion lasts approximately 40 - 60 minutes. A series of six infusions over a two-week period is recommended for optimal results. After the initial series, patients return only as needed for single “booster” infusions.

Patients should not eat or drink anything starting four to six hours before an infusion.

Most people tolerate the treatment well. All medications have potential side effects, and your Iowa Ketamine provider will discuss those with you in detail. Some potential side effects include temporary confusion and blurred vision. These side effects generally go away very quickly — usually by the time a single infusion is finished. But to be on the safe side, patients should avoid driving for 24 hours after a ketamine infusion. 

Please note that ketamine treatment via I/V is not currently covered by insurance. The out-of-pocket cost for this treatment at Iowa Ketamine is $500 per session, or $3,000 for the initial series of six infusions. If the cost is an issue for you, consider the SPRAVATO nasal spray, which is typically covered by insurance.