Psilocybin and Hallucinogenic Mushrooms
February 2, 2012 DOI: 10.1002/9781118105955.ch64 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, has a history of traditional use and modern research. The chapter covers the botanical description, identifying characteristics, exposure dose, toxicokinetics, histopathology, pathophysiology, clinical response, diagnostic testing, and treatment related to psilocybin. It provides a comprehensive overview of the substance's effects and medical considerations.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review |
|---|---|
| Topics | Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen |
| Citations | 3 |
| Key finding | The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of psilocybin, covering its history, botany, toxicology, clinical effects, and treatment approaches. |
Abstract
This chapter contains sections titled: History Botantical Description Identifying Characteristics Exposure Dose Effect Toxicokinetics Histopathology and Pathophysiology Clinical Response Diagnostic Testing Treatment References