Medication and Safety Requirements
- Patients must inform the treatment team of all prescription medications,
over-the-counter medications, supplements, alcohol use, and recreational
substances.
- Patients should follow all pre-treatment instructions provided by the treatment
team.
- Patients should not use alcohol or non-prescribed substances before treatment unless
specifically discussed with and approved by the treating clinician.
- Patients should inform staff immediately if they experience concerning symptoms
before, during, or after treatment.
- Blood pressure and other clinical parameters may be assessed before treatment and
monitored during the required observation period.
- Patients must remain in the office for the required post-treatment monitoring period
and may not leave without clearance from appropriate clinical staff.
Food and Fluid Intake
Patients should follow the clinic's instructions regarding food and fluid intake before
each treatment. Failure to follow pre-treatment instructions may increase the risk of
nausea, vomiting, or other adverse effects and may result in treatment being delayed or
rescheduled.
Observation and Discharge
I understand that Spravato can cause sedation, dizziness, dissociation, impaired
attention, judgment, and coordination. I agree to remain under clinical observation for
the required monitoring period and understand that discharge is determined by the
treating clinical staff.
I understand that I may not leave the office on my own if the clinical team determines
that additional monitoring is necessary.
Treatment Response and Side Effects
I understand that Spravato may cause side effects, including but not
limited to:
- Sleepiness or sedation
- Dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Increased blood pressure
- Dissociation or altered perception
- Anxiety or feeling unusual or disconnected
- Impaired coordination or attention
I agree to report significant or unusual symptoms to the treatment team.
Controlled Substance and Medication Safety
I understand that Spravato is a controlled medication and must be administered according
to applicable federal, state, and clinic requirements. I agree not to share, sell,
transfer, or otherwise provide Spravato to another person.
Discontinuation of Treatment
I understand that Spravato treatment may be paused or discontinued when
clinically appropriate. Reasons for discontinuation may include, but are not limited
to:
- Failure to demonstrate meaningful clinical benefit or continued worsening of
symptoms.
- Significant or intolerable adverse effects or safety concerns.
- Medical or psychiatric conditions that make continued treatment inappropriate.
- Failure to comply with required REMS procedures or clinic safety policies.
- Repeated missed appointments, late cancellations, or inability to maintain the
required treatment schedule.
- Failure to comply with transportation or post-treatment monitoring requirements.
- Repeated refusal or inability to follow treatment instructions.
- Unauthorized use, misuse, diversion, sharing, or other inappropriate handling of
Spravato.
- Failure to provide accurate or complete information necessary for safe treatment.
- Clinician determination that another treatment approach would be safer or more
appropriate.
- Loss of eligibility for treatment under applicable REMS, regulatory, insurance, or
clinic requirements.
The treating clinician will determine whether treatment should be continued, paused, or
discontinued based on the patient's individual clinical circumstances. When appropriate,
the clinician will discuss alternative treatment options and follow-up care with the
patient.
I understand that discontinuation of Spravato does not mean that psychiatric care or
treatment will necessarily end. Other appropriate treatment options may be recommended.
Communication and Follow-Up
I agree to maintain regular psychiatric follow-up appointments and communicate changes in
my symptoms, medications, medical conditions, or substance use to my treating clinician.
I understand that Spravato treatment is one component of my overall treatment plan and
that the clinician may modify, pause, or discontinue treatment based on my clinical
response, safety, adherence, or other medical or psychiatric considerations.
Acknowledgment and Agreement
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have reviewed and understand the Spravato
treatment office policies, including transportation, monitoring, REMS compliance, and
circumstances that may result in treatment discontinuation. I agree to comply with these
requirements and understand that failure to follow the policies may result in treatment
being delayed, rescheduled, paused, or discontinued.
I have had the opportunity to ask questions and understand that I should contact the
office if I have questions regarding these policies.