Ibogaine
Ibogaine (pronounced /ˈaɪbəˌɡeɪn/) is a naturally occurring psychoactive substance found in plants in the Apocynaceae family such as Tabernanthe iboga, Voacanga africana, and Tabernaemontana undulata. It is a psychedelic with dissociative properties.
Etymology
The term "Ibogaine" is derived from the plant name "Tabernanthe iboga", which is one of the primary sources of the substance. The "-ine" suffix is commonly used in chemistry to denote a particular group or class of compounds.
Pharmacology
Ibogaine is classified as a psychedelic, but it also has significant dissociative properties. Its psychedelic effects are believed to come from its efficacy at the 5-HT2A receptor. However, the role of these interactions and how they result in the psychedelic experience continues to remain an object of scientific elucidation.
Medical Use
Ibogaine has been used in some cultures as a traditional medicine and spiritual sacrament. In the Western world, it has been studied for its potential use in treating opioid addiction. Some research suggests that it may help with drug addiction withdrawal symptoms, but more research is needed.
Safety
Ibogaine is not without risks. It has been associated with potentially life-threatening heart complications, and there is a lack of data about its long-term effects. It is currently a Schedule I controlled substance in the United States, and it is also illegal in several other countries.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ibogaine
- Wikipedia's article - Ibogaine
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski