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Ayahuasca: pharmacology, safety, and therapeutic effects

Dos Santos RG, Hallak JEC

CNS Spectrums (2024)

Comprehensive review
Abstract

Comprehensive 2024 review summarizing ayahuasca pharmacology, safety profile, and therapeutic potential. Notes that few controlled studies exist but available evidence suggests good tolerability and improvements in depression and anxiety symptoms. Calls for larger samples, multiple doses, and longer follow-up periods.

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Study TypeComprehensive review
pharmacologysafetytherapeutic effectsreviewfuture directions
DOI: 10.1017/S109285292400213XView on PubMed

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