For people who struggle with their mental health, finding hope for recovery may be challenging. While many treatments for depression are available, traditional medication can be ineffective or come with a long list of unpleasant side effects.
If you have tried two types of antidepressant medication without success, SPRAVATO may provide you with long-awaited relief. This innovative esketamine-based nasal spray is emerging as a popular treatment for mental health and is backed by extensive clinical evidence. People who are considering this treatment often wonder: How many weeks long is a SPRAVATO treatment? Our experienced mental health professionals will let you know what to expect.
Since every person’s mental health is unique, treatment will look different for everyone. SPRAVATO is a fast-acting medication. You may experience symptom relief within hours or days after your first treatment, and its full effects should become apparent after a few weeks of consistent treatment.
SPRAVATO is administered using a phase-based system to ensure you receive fast-acting results that last. This schedule consists of an initial phase and a maintenance phase, designed to help you maximize the benefits of your treatment.
The initial phase of your SPRAVATO treatments will typically last four weeks. Your treatment will begin with an initial consultation at our office, where one of our providers will determine your eligibility and develop a personalized plan that addresses your needs.
Once we begin treatment, our board-certified mental health providers will administer doses twice a week at our office. This phase introduces your mind and body to the medication. To ensure your safety, comfort, and progress during all treatments, we will closely monitor you, particularly as you get used to the medication.
The goal of this introductory phase is to quickly and safely reduce symptoms. Due to the fast-acting nature of SPRAVATO, many experience a profound shift in their mental health during this period.
After completing the first four weeks of treatment, you will transition to the maintenance phase of your SPRAVATO journey. You should feel a notable improvement in symptoms by this time, so treatments are typically reduced to once per week. We can adjust your treatment frequency based on your progress. If mental stability continues, these treatments can be spaced further apart, transitioning to once every two weeks or less.
The frequency of maintenance doses differs for everyone. Some patients may benefit from ongoing treatments to effectively manage their symptoms. SPRAVATO is Food and Drug Administration approved as a long-term treatment, which means it could be part of your management plan indefinitely, particularly if your depression is severe. Studies have shown that patients who stayed on SPRAVATO were less likely to relapse, or return to depressive symptoms, compared to those who stopped the treatments.
One of our dedicated providers at Right Track Medical Group will work with you throughout your treatment to monitor your progress and recommend an individualized treatment plan.
SPRAVATO is an empowering option for taking control of your mental health and finding rapid and lasting relief. This innovative nasal spray can restore hope for individuals who have not had success with traditional treatment methods, such as antidepressants.
How many weeks long is a SPRAVATO treatment? This will depend on your unique needs, which we can discuss at your initial visit and monitor throughout your sessions. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey toward wellness.
Right Track Medical Group is a physician-led specialty healthcare organization. Our mission is to provide quality, outpatient mental health services for patients in the Southeast.
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