Risk assessment of ayahuasca use in a religious context: self-reported risk factors and adverse effects
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry October 30, 2020 Ícaro Durante, Rafael G. Dos Santos, José Carlos Bouso et al. 49 citations
A small fraction of participants experienced lasting negative effects from ayahuasca use. Taking psychiatric medication during ayahuasca ceremonies did not raise the risk of adverse effects. The safety practices of the institution appear adequate to prevent severe reactions. Future research should investigate those who are negatively affected.