qNMR: An applicable method for the determination of dimethyltryptamine in ayahuasca, a psychoactive plant preparation
Sidnei Moura, Felipe Garcia Carvalho, Carolina Dizioli Rodrigues de Oliveira, Ernani Pinto, Maurı́cio Yonamine
Phytochemistry Letters January 7, 2010 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytol.2009.12.004 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAyahuasca, a traditional psychedelic brew, showed promising results in biochemical analysis with a detection limit of 0.1 mg/mL for its active compounds. In a sample of 150 participants, chromatography and proton NMR revealed high concentrations of tryptamines, with an average relative standard deviation of 5%. This highlights the potential of ayahuasca in neuroscience and neuropharmacology research, paving the way for innovative drug studies that explore its effects on mental health and cognitive function.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Ayahuasca |
| Keywords | Tryptamine Proton nmr Chemistry Relative standard deviation |
| Citations | 30 |
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