[3-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-1H-indol-4-yl] dihydrogen phosphate
Psilocybin is a psychoactive alkaloid found in certain species of mushrooms and is known for its hallucinogenic properties. It is often studied in the psychonautical community and in research on mental disorders.
Class
Psychedelika
Pharmacological context
Mechanism
Psilocybin primarily acts by binding to serotonin receptors in the...
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Interactions
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Risk theme
Moderate Risk
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Mechanism of Action
Designations
IUPAC: [3-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-1H-indol-4-yl] dihydrogen phosphate
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Psilocybin primarily acts by binding to serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptors, leading to altered perceptions and states of consciousness.
Known Effects
Individual effects may vary significantly. These are pharmacologically documented effects.
Reported range 10–20 mg
Total duration 4–6 hours
Oral
| Tier | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Light | 1–2 mg |
| Reported | 10–20 mg |
| Strong | 20–30 mg |
Oral
Onset
20–40 minutes
Peak
1–2 hours
Total duration
4–6 hours
After effects
2–6 hours
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Risks
Evidence
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Safer Use
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