Ibogaine Therapy: A 'Vast, Uncontrolled Experiment'

An extract from an African plant, despite its potentially harsh side effects, is currently being tested in two public clinical trials and numerous unregistered or clandestine ones. The extract's use appears to be expanding outside formal research settings, raising concerns about safety and oversight.

Study at a glance

Abstract

Despite potentially harsh side effects, an African plant extract is being tested in two public clinical trials--and many clandestine ones.