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Ayahuasca: A review of historical, pharmacological, and therapeutic aspects

Ruffell SGD, Crosland-Wood M, Palmer R, Netzband N, Tsang WF, Weiss B, Gandy S, Perkins D, Terhune DB, Sarris J

Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences Reports (2023)

Narrative review
Abstract

Comprehensive review of ayahuasca covering its Amazonian origins, pharmacology of DMT and harmala alkaloids, phenomenological responses, personality and mental health outcomes, and clinical applications. Discusses therapeutic potential while noting the role of shamanic and contextual factors.

Citations15
Study TypeNarrative review
reviewhistoricalpharmacologicaltherapeutic
DOI: 10.1002/pcn5.146View on PubMed

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