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Adverse effects of ayahuasca: Results from the Global Ayahuasca Survey

Bouso JC, Andion O, Sarris J, Scheidegger M, Tofoli LF, Opaleye ES, Schubert V, Perkins D

PLOS Global Public Health (2022)

Cross-sectional survey
Abstract

Largest study of ayahuasca adverse effects from the Global Ayahuasca Survey (N=10,836). 2.3% required medical support. Most adverse effects were mild and transient. Risk factors included pre-existing conditions and concurrent medication.

Participants10,836
Citations60
Study TypeCross-sectional survey
adverse effectssafetyGlobal Ayahuasca Surveyrisk factors
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0000438View on PubMed

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