Mark Leeds, D.O.
Mark Leeds, D.O.
Ketamine suppositories have emerged as an alternative route of administration for patients...
Ketamine suppositories have emerged as an alternative route of administration for patients...
Ketamine suppositories have emerged as an alternative route of administration for patients...
Thursday 4th July 2024
Discover how ketamine suppositories offer a unique alternative for patients facing challenges with traditional medication delivery methods.
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Mark Leeds, D.O.
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Episode Overview
- Ketamine suppositories offer an alternative for patients with needle phobia or difficulty swallowing.
- This method bypasses the gastrointestinal tract for more consistent bioavailability.
- Careful dosing and monitoring by healthcare professionals are crucial.
- Not suitable for everyone; contraindications include rectal pathologies and allergies.
- Potential for wider adoption as research progresses.
Ketamine suppositories provide a less invasive option for patients with severe needle phobia or difficulty swallowing.
If you're curious about alternative treatments for addiction recovery, this episode with Dr Mark Leeds is a must-listen. Dr Leeds, an osteopathic physician, dives into the intriguing world of ketamine suppositories as a unique method for administering medication to patients who struggle with traditional delivery methods. This episode sheds light on how ketamine suppositories can be a game-changer for those with needle phobia or difficulties with oral and sublingual preparations.
By bypassing the gastrointestinal tract and first-pass liver metabolism, this rectal formulation allows for more consistent bioavailability and quicker absorption into the bloodstream. Dr Leeds explains how these suppositories are carefully compounded into a lipid-based form that melts at body temperature, releasing the active ingredient through the rectal mucosa. This method offers a less invasive option compared to intramuscular or intravenous injections, especially for patients who experience nausea, vomiting, or have trouble swallowing.
However, it's not all straightforward – Dr Leeds also discusses the importance of careful dosing and monitoring by healthcare professionals to ensure safety and efficacy. He highlights that while ketamine suppositories can be beneficial, they are not suitable for everyone. Factors like rectal pathologies, allergies, and conditions affecting rectal absorption need to be considered.
The episode underscores the need for close observation and potential dose adjustments due to the different onset of action and duration of effects compared to other routes of administration. Dr Leeds wraps up by noting that as research progresses, this method may become more widely adopted, offering new hope for individuals with conditions responsive to ketamine therapy.
So, if you're looking for fresh perspectives on addiction treatment, this episode provides valuable insights into an innovative approach that could improve treatment outcomes.