SPRAVATO® Treatment Center For Southern Illinois
What is SPRAVATO® or Esketamine?
Similar to intravenous ketamine, nasal Esketamine operates through the glutamate neural pathway, enhancing levels of glutamate in the brain to alleviate symptoms in patients with Treatment Resistant Depression. The positive aspect is that Esketamine / Spravato® is widely covered by most insurances, offering accessibility and potential relief to those who need it. This breakthrough treatment represents a promising option for individuals seeking effective relief from the challenges of Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD).
The Albany Clinic in Carbondale Illinois specializes in SPRAVATO® esketamine nasal-spray treatment.
SPRAVATO® is a registered trademark of Johnson & Johnson and its affiliated companies
How SPRAVATO® Treatment Works
Spravato® is a prescription medication brand designed for treatment-resistant depression (when two or more traditional methods are ineffective) and for managing suicidal thoughts for adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). This
nasal spray medication has the potential to alleviate depression symptoms in just a few hours which makes it a sought after treatment for depression when time to relief is critical.
Spravato® elevates an individual's glutamate levels, which is the brain's most prevalent chemical messenger. Due to its wide-reaching effects, the glutamatergic system has a greater impact on multiple cells simultaneously. The primary component of Spravato® (esketamine) is recognized for fostering synapses between brain cells which are often lacking in individuals dealing with depression. By influencing more cells at once, these connections are more likely to elicit the full effects of the medication.
SPRAVATO® is often used for rapid relief from depression, transcending traditional timelines of typical treatment options. Although it is in the form of a nasal spray, only certain mental health facilities (SPRAVATO® REMS) can offer this treatment option.
SPRAVATO® helped Nicole’s treatment-resistant depression. Now, she’s resuming her education and sharing her story.
Do NOT take SPRAVATO® if any of the following applies to you:
- You have a blood vessel disease (aneurysm)
- You have an abnormal connection between your blood vessels (arteriovenous malformation)
- You have a history of bleeding in the brain
- You are allergic to esketamine or a similar medicine called ketamine used for anesthesia or any of the other ingredients in SPRAVATO®
Be sure to tell your healthcare provider if:
- You have heart, brain or liver problems
- You have ever had psychosis (see, feel, or hear things that aren't there, or believe in things that aren't true)
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should not take SPRAVATO® if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are taking prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins or herbal supplements
SPRAVATO® is only available at a REMS certified SPRAVATO® treatment center under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
What Do Our Patients Say About Receiving Treatment at The Albany Clinic?
Clatus Bierman
Safe, professional and individualized experience. Doctor and staff are very knowledgeable and responsive to your questions and concerns; making treatment experience exceptional. Highly recommend for those who have searched for options.
Tammi Pinski
From the moment I spoke with Sylvia I knew I was in good hands. After my initial consultation with Dr. Garwin, meeting the nursing staff (❤️) and receiving an IV infusion, I experienced IMMEDIATE relief.
Hunter Clark
Dr Garwin and his staff helped me when I didn’t think there was anything left to try. The Albany clinic has changed my life.
