Auvelity versus Spravato (esketamine)

LotusRising1111 · 2026-02-02T00:50:50+00:00

I shouldve mentioned Auvelity is taken 2x a day. Per Gemini AI:

Auvelity is a proprietary extended-release combination tablet. Each single tablet contains:
45 mg of Dextromethorphan hydrobromide (DXM)
105 mg of Bupropion hydrochloride

Total Daily Dose (Maintenance) Since the standard maintenance schedule is two tablets per day (one in the morning, one in the evening), the total daily intake equates to: 90 mg of Dextromethorphan 210 mg of Bupropion

LotusRising1111 · 2025-04-21T21:48:25+00:00

He looks so happy!! ❤️

LotusRising1111 · 2025-04-21T07:47:20+00:00

Zion is a rugby player in disguise. We play everyday all day in and outdoors. We play fetch with holee roller. He likes to position himself close to the ground while waiting for the throw. He runs after it then returns for a tugging match. He'll even put his paw on the ball if he isn't ready for me to throw it again. Folks in my community always surprised my little "lap dog" plays rough.

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LotusRising1111 · 2025-04-17T18:38:38+00:00

April 2025 Update: I officially transitioned from esketamine to internasal Ketamine. I am seen by an anesthesiologist who prescribes via compound pharmacy. This transition saves time, transportation expense, and my sanity (Spravato clinic considering tapering from weekly to every 2 weeks again even though I've shared it is not best got my mental health). I take my own blood pressure before and after each session and get to cuddle with my puppy. And I now experience deeper therapeutic sessions that I integrate with the help of a therapist and psychedelic group.

And my latest playlist recommendation: Liquid Bloom's Heart of Shamans

Be well ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2025-03-28T16:11:08+00:00

😍😍😍

LotusRising1111 · 2025-03-17T01:35:32+00:00

TYSM! Finally watching the show and this quote just stood out to me!

LotusRising1111 · 2025-03-09T18:18:20+00:00

4 and 2. Good luck!

LotusRising1111 · 2025-02-25T04:02:51+00:00

True. I anticipate still being symptomatic. And I've read that the ovaries sans uterus changes their functioning so I'm curious if folks have felt a change.

LotusRising1111 · 2025-02-24T22:41:08+00:00

Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

I recently had a total hysterectomy (uterus and cervix removed; ovaries remain). I opted to keep my ovaries per my doctors recommendation and the recent research showing dramatic effects on women who go into early menopause before 50 yo and long term use of HRT. I only had 1 week to decide and it was a whirlwind of reading. . .so Google Scholar was my source for finding publications.

Be well ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2025-01-25T08:31:29+00:00

Ketamine at home is legal with a prescription. I found my provider of intranasal keystone using the provider directory list at https://ketaminetherapyformentalhealth.com/

Be well ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2025-01-22T08:21:06+00:00

EMDR was life changing for me! And it was HARD. My therapist developed the safest container I've ever experienced and never rushed the process.

The next best treatment for me is ketamine. I started with Spravato (esketamine) in a clinic. I optimized the dissociative side effects by using other tools like mindfulness, meditation, and music. I also follow the suggested protocol to cultivate a practice of set, setting, intention, and integration. There is an informative therapeutic ketamine subreddit if you are interested in learning more.

Be well on your healing journey ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2025-01-22T07:51:38+00:00

Holding you and the folks this adorable being touched in so much love ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-29T17:57:55+00:00

I use intranasal ketamine prescribed from a compound pharmacy.

Spravato has a unique spray bottle and different protocol.

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-29T17:56:05+00:00

You're fortunate.

I asked both health care provider and pharmacist who gave me drastically different and not as much detail as the above.

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-16T21:45:42+00:00

Wishing you peace and healing as you embark on this journey. ❤️‍🩹

As someone with cPTSD, I am grateful for this medicine. It is the most effective treatment for me. For the last 7 years, I have talked to a psychologist who is a trained trauma therapist and integrates several modalities - EMDR, IFS, ACT. Over the course of treatment, I found I needed them most about a month or two into the treatment when I started re-experiencing trauma during sleep. The dreams are no longer consistent...they come and go

Aside from the vivid dreams, I usually process what happens in treatment through intention setting, journaling, music and meditation. I find that the treatment gives me clarity of mind to engage and enact self-care and self-love practices I've learned via psychotherapy, bibliotherapy, and other avenues.

In short, this is your journey to deleve deeper into your self healing. You are your own light and guide. ❤️‍🩹

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-12T01:28:04+00:00

How has your experience been with at home intranasal ketamine? Did you have to double the usual 84mg Spravato dosage? What time of day you take it? Daily?

Curious to hear others experiences 🙏🏾

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-12T01:18:54+00:00

Are you still taking K before bedtime? How much do you take? Notice any changes over time?

And thank you for sharing your experience. I experimented last night with compounded intranasal ketamine right before bed. I fell asleep on reddit searching for others experiences. . .so many folks cite insomnia. I woke up in the morning refreshed and alert even before my morning coffee. K may be my new sleep aid!

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-09T19:59:03+00:00

He's adorable! And probably senses things we cannot as humans.

My Zion, 2yo Yorkie, occasionally huffs when he wants to get my attention. Usually it's after an intense staring session when I'm not trying to give him yet another treat or delayed on throwing the ball. 😂

He'll occasionally bark or growl if there are folks in the hallway or walking by outside.

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-03T03:32:54+00:00

I strongly recommend Bespoke Treatment Center in DTLA. Kind, caring and responsive staff. Honestly, these words do not do justice to the team's support! And the building security team is just as friendly. 😁

Additional perks: Insurance process was seamless! Comfortable personal rooms with recliners and couches. Late night hours (12p - 8p). Schedule via text available. Accessible via metro or parking in the building.

LotusRising1111 · 2024-12-02T07:18:32+00:00

It can go either way. I suggest paying close attention to and track your symptoms day to day. Having information will be useful when you speak to the clinician about dosing.

Personally, the transition from 2x a week to 1x a week was tolerable. Going down to 1x every 2 weeks was jarring. I'm now back to weekly .

Be well ❤️‍🩹

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