Spravato Treatment

If traditional antidepressants haven’t worked, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with treatment-resistant depression, where standard therapies provide little or no relief. At Hudson Specialty Care, with offices in Cliffside Park, Elizabeth, and Edison, New Jersey, and Manhattan, New York, the team offers Spravato® (esketamine) treatment — an FDA-approved nasal spray that targets depression in a completely new way. Administered under close medical supervision, Spravato® provides hope for patients seeking alternatives when other treatments have failed. Call today or schedule an appointment online to learn more about this innovative therapy.

What is Spravato®?

Spravato® (esketamine) is an FDA-approved medication used to treat adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) or major depressive disorder with acute suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Unlike traditional antidepressants, which affect neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, Spravato® works on the glutamate system, creating rapid changes in brain activity linked to mood regulation.

This unique mechanism targets pathways associated with learning, memory, and emotional balance, helping patients who haven’t found relief with standard treatments. The therapy offers a promising option for improving mood, reducing depressive symptoms, and restoring hope when other approaches haven’t worked.

The treatment is delivered as a nasal spray and always administered in a certified medical setting under supervision. Because Spravato® works differently from standard antidepressants, many patients experience significant improvement in symptoms after only a few sessions..

Who is a candidate for Spravato® treatment?

Spravato® is generally recommended for patients who:

• Have not responded to at least two different antidepressants
• Struggle with treatment-resistant depression
• Experience severe depressive episodes despite ongoing therapy
• Need rapid symptom relief due to suicidal thoughts or behaviors

The team at Hudson Specialty Care carefully evaluates your medical history, symptoms, and treatment goals to determine if Spravato® is the right option for you.

What to expect during Spravato® treatment

Each Spravato® session takes place in-office under medical supervision to ensure safety and comfort. During treatment:

• A trained provider administers the nasal spray
• You’ll relax in a comfortable setting while being monitored for side effects
• Each session lasts approximately 2 hours, including observation time
• You’ll need someone to drive you home after the appointment

Spravato® is often combined with oral antidepressants and therapy for the best results. Treatment plans typically involve twice-weekly sessions for the first month, followed by a gradual reduction in frequency based on your progress.

Why choose Hudson Specialty Care for Spravato® treatment?

Hudson Specialty Care provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your mental health needs. The team is specially trained and certified to administer Spravato® safely while offering support throughout your treatment journey. Their goal is to help you experience meaningful symptom relief and improved quality of life.

Call the office nearest you or schedule an appointment online today to see if Spravato® treatment is right for you.