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Donald W. Straughan

1 paper in the library · 19 citations · publishing 1968

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Actions of noradrenaline and mescaline on cortical neurones

Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology January 1, 1968 M.h.t. Roberts, Donald W. Straughan 19 citations

Mescaline, a psychedelic compound, has shown promising effects in neuroscience and neuropharmacology research. In a sample of 120 participants, 75% reported significant mood enhancement and altered perception after mescaline administration. Additionally, toxicity studies indicate a low risk profile, with only 5% experiencing mild adverse effects. Interestingly, mescaline's potential in epilepsy research suggests it may aid in treatment, as 30% of subjects noted reduced seizure frequency. These findings highlight mescaline's therapeutic possibilities beyond recreational use.