Ibogaine ‐ poison or panacea?
Drugs and Alcohol Today November 1, 2004 DOI: 10.1108/17459265200400033 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractIbogaine is described as both a potential miracle cure for addictions—with reports of up to 90% effectiveness—and a substance linked to violent reactions and increased overdose risk. This overview examines its promise as an addiction treatment, drawing on interviews with those who administer and use it. It also explores why so little research has been conducted in the UK to establish its safety, and points to political and commercial reluctance to investigate its potential.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Ibogaine |
| Topics | Addiction |
| Keywords | Panacea medicine Miracle Psychology Criminology |
| Key finding | Ibogaine is reported to be up to 90% effective for addiction treatment, but concerns about safety and lack of UK research persist due to political and commercial reluctance. |
Abstract
Ibogaine is hailed as a miracle cure for addictions, with reports of up to 90% effectiveness, while others talk of violent reactions and an increased potential of overdose. In this overview, we look at its potential as a treatment for addictions. We talk to those who administer it and use it and ask why so little research has been carried out in the UK to establish its safety and uncover political and commercial reluctance to investigate its potential.