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NRx Pharma Wins FDA Nod for Preservative-Free Ketamine Formulation

NRx Pharmaceuticals receives FDA approval for preservative-free ketamine formulation KETAFREE(TM), advancing treatment for depression and CNS disorders with safer single-patient dosing.

This development represents a critical advancement in psychiatric medicine by addressing safety concerns associated with current ketamine treatments. The elimination of toxic preservatives like Benzethonium Chloride could significantly reduce treatment risks for patients with severe depression and suicidal ideation. Given the growing mental health crisis and limitations of existing antidepressants, safer ketamine formulations could expand treatment access while minimizing side effects. For healthcare providers, this offers a potentially superior option for treatment-resistant depression cases. The FDA's approval signals regulatory recognition of the need for improved psychiatric medications and could accelerate development of other preservative-free neurotherapeutics.