Antidepressive and anxiolytic effects of ayahuasca: a systematic literature review of animal and human studies
Rafael G. Dos Santos, Flávia de Lima Osório, José Alexandre S. Crippa, Jaime E. C. Hallak
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry March 1, 2016 DOI: 10.1590/1516-4446-2015-1701 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAyahuasca and its alkaloids show promise as potential treatments for anxiety and depression, offering a possible alternative to current drugs that often have adverse effects. The abstract calls for further investigation into these compounds to develop more effective and safer therapies.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Anxiety Ayahuasca |
| Keywords | Harmaline Anxiolytic Harmine |
| Citations | 158 |
| Key finding | Ayahuasca and its alkaloids warrant further investigation as potential treatments for anxiety and depression with fewer adverse effects. |
Abstract
Considering the need for new drugs that produce fewer adverse effects and are more effective in reducing anxiety and depression symptomatology, the described effects of ayahuasca and its alkaloids should be further investigated.