Muscimol (Amanita muscaria, a GABAergic) Muscimol is a chemical compound that is found in the mushroom Amanita muscaria, also known as the fly agaric mushroom. It is a potent psychoactive compound that acts on the central nervous system and can cause hallucinations and other psychological and physical effects when ingested. Muscimol is a GABAergic compound, […]
Ibotenic Acid (Amanita muscaria (“Fly Agaric”)) Ibotenic acid is a chemical compound that is found in the mushroom Amanita muscaria, also known as the fly agaric mushroom. It is a potent neurotoxin that can cause hallucinations and other psychological and physical effects when ingested. Ibotenic acid works by stimulating the central nervous system and can
Myristicin (Myristica fragrans (“Nutmeg”)) Myristicin is a chemical compound that is found in the spice nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) and in smaller amounts in other plants. It is a member of the phenylpropene class of compounds and has a variety of pharmacological effects. In low doses, nutmeg and its active ingredients, including myristicin, can have a
Hyoscine Hydrobromide (Solanaceae alkaloid) Hyoscine hydrobromide, also known as scopolamine hydrobromide, is a medication that is used to treat a variety of conditions, including motion sickness, vertigo, and gastrointestinal spasms. It is an alkaloid that is found in certain plants, including the Solanaceae family of plants, which includes nightshade (Atropa belladonna) and henbane (Hyoscyamus niger).
Hyoscyamine (alkaloid also found in the Solanaceae) Hyoscyamine is an alkaloid that is found in certain plants, including the Solanaceae family of plants, which includes nightshade (Atropa belladonna) and henbane (Hyoscyamus niger). It is also found in the mandrake plant (Mandragora officinarum). Hyoscyamine is used as a medication to treat a variety of conditions, including
Diphenhydramine Diphenhydramine is a medication that is used to treat allergies, cold and flu symptoms, and insomnia. It is available in various forms, including tablets, capsules, and liquid, and is often sold under the brand name Benadryl. Diphenhydramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical produced by the body that causes allergy symptoms
Dimenhydrinate Dimenhydrinate is a medication that is used to treat motion sickness and vertigo (a sensation of dizziness or spinning). It is available in various forms, including tablets, chewable tablets, and liquid, and is often sold under the brand name Dramamine. Dimenhydrinate works by blocking certain nerve signals in the brain that are responsible for
Deliriants Deliriants are a class of drugs that can cause delirium, which is a state of severe confusion and disorientation. Deliriants are also known as anticholinergics because they block the action of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in the brain and nervous system that plays a role in various functions including memory, learning, and muscle control.
Atropine Atropine is a medication that is used to treat a variety of conditions, including poisoning from certain plants, such as nightshade (Atropa belladonna), as well as certain medications, such as certain types of antibiotics and anti-cholinergics. It is also used to treat certain types of spasms and to block certain nerve signals in the
