Deliriant

Deliriant

Deliriant (pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪrɪənt/) is a term used in Pharmacology to describe a class of psychoactive drugs that induce a state of Delirium.

Etymology

The term "Deliriant" is derived from the Latin word "delirare", which means "to be out of one's wits". It was first used in the context of pharmacology in the early 20th century.

Definition

Deliriants are a type of hallucinogen that are unique in that, even with short-term use, they can cause true hallucinations, meaning they can cause the user to see, hear, or feel things that are not there. These hallucinations are often indistinguishable from reality.

Examples

Common examples of deliriants include certain plants such as Datura and Belladonna, as well as synthetic compounds like Diphenhydramine and Scopolamine.

Related Terms

• Psychoactive drug
• Hallucinogen
• Delirium
• Datura
• Belladonna
• Diphenhydramine
• Scopolamine

See Also

• Psychedelic drug
• Dissociative
• Entheogen

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Deliriant
• Wikipedia's article - Deliriant

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