Spravato treatment in Little Rock is an FDA-approved option for patients with depression who have not had good success with medication management and therapy. At Arkansas Psychiatric Clinic, we are proud to offer this innovative treatment for individuals seeking relief when standard methods have not worked.
Spravato is a nasal spray and it is given in an office setting where patients are monitored for two hours. Patients come in to do treatments twice a week for four weeks, then once a week for four weeks, and then every two weeks after that. Over time, some treatments are spaced out even further.
Some patients will see a positive response in their symptoms in the first few treatments but it is also common to require a few weeks of treatment to see improvement. Patients often note improvement in mood, more energy, more enjoyment in activities, and more motivation.
Patients are in a quiet area and many patients rest or listen to music or podcasts during the two hours they are being monitored. A Nurse Practicioner and certified Spravato treaters will check in periodically to see how the patient is doing and monitor blood pressure. After two hours, patients are evaluated one more time and then discharged. Because of the sedating effects, patients need someone to give them a ride home afterwards.
For the first couple of hours post-treatment, it is possible to feel sleepy, dizzy, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, thoughts, feeling, space, time (dissociation). Patients are monitored for increase in blood pressure. Some patients may also feel some nausea.
Because Spravato is FDA-approved, it is often covered by insurances.
If you are interested in learning whether Spravato treatment in Little Rock may be right for you, the team at Arkansas Psychiatric Clinic is here to help. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
