Alkaloids

Products Alkaloids and their derivatives are contained as active ingredients in numerous medicines. They have been used medicinally for thousands of years, such as opium with morphine or coca leaves with cocaine. In 1805, a pure alkaloid was extracted for the first time by the German pharmacist Friedrich Sertürner with morphine. Structure and properties Alkaloids … Alkaloids

Salvia Divinorum

Products belongs to narcotics and prohibited substances (Annex d) in many countries only since 2010 and may no longer be traded. The provisions of the Narcotics Act apply. Salvinorin A has not been included in the list so far. In numerous countries, jelly and corresponding preparations are available as legal hallucinogens and are sold, for … Salvia Divinorum

Microdosing

Products The hallucinogens used for microdosing are not approved as drugs in many countries. Legally, they are prohibited narcotics that may only be used medicinally with an exceptional permit and under medical supervision. Active ingredients Hallucinogens such as LSD, 1P-LSD, psilocybin, and hallucinogenic mushrooms such as are mainly used for microdosing. Effects The drugs are … Microdosing

Rolicyclidine

Products Rolicyclidine is one of the banned narcotics in many countries and is therefore not commercially available. Structure and properties Rolicyclidine (C16H23N, Mr = 229.4 g/mol) is a derivative of phencyclidine (PCP). Instead of a piperidine ring, it contains a pyrrolidine ring. Effects Rolicyclidine has hallucinogenic and depressant properties. Abuse Rolicyclidine can be abused as … Rolicyclidine

Bufotenin

Products Bufotenin is not commercially available as a drug. In many countries, it is not yet included among narcotics (as of 2015). Structure and properties Bufotenin (C12H16N2O, Mr = 204.3 g/mol) is an ,-dimethylated serotonin related to psilocin. It is hydroxylated DMT (,-dimethyl-5-hydroxytryptamine). Bufotenin is a component of toad venom secreted by , for example, … Bufotenin

Drug withdrawal

Definition Drug withdrawal is a therapy designed to help addicted people to stop using drugs and to remain permanently abstinent. The basis is the weaning of the addictive substance. It begins with physical detoxification. This can be done with or without drug support (warm or cold withdrawal). Depending on the severity of the addiction, this … Drug withdrawal

What is the process of drug withdrawal? | Drug withdrawal

What is the process of drug withdrawal? Withdrawal consists of a physical detoxification and a subsequent weaning therapy. The detox is usually done on an outpatient basis (at home, accompanied by fixed doctor’s appointments) or as an inpatient (hospital, rehab clinic). During this time, the person affected receives close monitoring by doctors and psychotherapists as … What is the process of drug withdrawal? | Drug withdrawal

Are there any special features of alcohol withdrawal? | Drug withdrawal

Are there any special features of alcohol withdrawal? Alcohol withdrawal is associated with particular difficulties. Frequently, abrupt detoxification leads to the so-called alcohol withdrawal delirium. This means the occurrence of various severe withdrawal symptoms. Typical symptoms are clouding of consciousness, hallucinations and circulatory problems. Medical attention is urgently required. If necessary, the circulation should be … Are there any special features of alcohol withdrawal? | Drug withdrawal