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Origin and Classification

Bufotenine was first isolated 1934 by Handovsky, and then synthesized in 1935 by Hoshino (Araujo et al., 2015; Hoshino & Shimodaira, 1935). LSD was synthesized in 1938 by Hofmann, while AMT was commercialized in 1960 as an antidepressant drug with the brand name of Indopan (Araujo et al., 2015). Tryptamines can be divided essentially into (1) simple tryptamines, (2) tryptamines presenting modification on the indole ring in position 4, and (3) tryptamines with modification in position 5. Other conformations reduce the hallucinogenic properties of tryptamines (Tittarelli et al., 2015).Rooted P. Viridis Cuttings For sale

Chemical Structures and Pharmacology

All tryptamines share the basic structure of the amino acid tryptophan, that is, two indole rings with an aminoethyl group at position 3. Tryptamines are derived by its decarboxylation, followed by one of the following steps: (1) an addition of α-alkyl substituent (AMT); (2) a modification on nitrogen atom of the side chain (DALT and DIPT); (3) a modification in position 4 (4-OH-DALT); or (4) in position 5 (5-MeO-DIPT) (Araujo et al., 2015). The indole nucleus is responsible for the hallucinogenic properties, while the hydroxyl and methoxy groups in positions 4 and 5 enhance drug potency (Araujo et al., 2015).

Contrary to other hallucinogenic compounds, many tryptamines display higher affinity than serotonin for other monoamines. Affinity for the serotonin 5-HT_2A subtype receptor shown by tryptamines is very low as compared to phenethylamines, with the exception of LSD that displays the highest affinity for the 5-HT_2Areceptors (Fantegrossi, Murnane, & Reissig, 2008). AMT plays a role in the release and reuptake of dopamine (Tittarelli et al., 2015), while DMT is an agonist of the serotonin 5-HT_2A and 5-HT_2C, receptors and shows affinity also for α1 and α2-adrenergic receptors, dopamine D1, and sigma-1 receptors (Tittarelli et al., 2015). DPT acts as a strong serotonin receptors reuptake inhibitor and partial agonist to the 5HT_1A receptors, while DiPT shows affinity to 5HT_2A and acts as partial agonist to 5HT_1A receptors (Tittarelli et al., 2015). 5-MeO-AMT is an agonist of 5-HT_2A and 5-HT_1A receptors and inhibits monoamine reuptake (Tittarelli et al., 2015). 5-MeO-DMT has high affinity for the serotonin 5-HT_1A receptor, while 5-MeO-DiPT inhibits serotonin reuptake (Tittarelli et al., 2015).Rooted P. Viridis Cuttings For sale

Route of Administration, Users, and Reasons to Use

Tryptamines are sold as tablets or powder and consumed through different routes of administration (Araujo et al., 2015; Corkery, Durkin, Elliott, Schifano, & Ghodse, 2012). In particular, the Psilocybe mushrooms are eaten raw or infused in tea to extract the active principles, while other tryptamines are insufflated (snorting or sniffing), inhaled, injected intravenously, ingested in capsules or wrapped in a cigarette paper, or administered rectally (Araujo et al., 2015; Corkery et al., 2012). Generally, tryptamine users are young males; 5-MeO-DIPT is frequently abused by homosexuals (Araujo et al., 2015). Main reasons to use tryptamines include the curiosity to try a different hallucinogen, its easy accessibility due to legal status, the low cost, and the fact that they are not detectable with routine screening drug tests (Araujo et al., 2015; Winstock, Kaar, & Borschmann, 2014).

Toxic Effects

More common effects after use of tryptamines are hallucinogenic effects accompanied by euphoria,increased body energy, difficulty in walking due to loss of limbs control, and “out of body” experiences (Corkery et al., 2012; Nelson et al., 2014). At high doses vasoconstriction, enhanced blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, headache, sweating, bruxism, dilated pupils, and paranoia (i.e., bad trip) may occur along with anxiety, nausea, strong desire to eat, increased alertness, and agitation (Araujo et al., 2015; Corkery et al., 2012). Fatal intoxications have been reported after use of AMT, 5-MeO-AMT, and 5-MeO-DIPT due to cardiac failure or as a consequence of the hallucinatory effects (Corkery et al., 2012).Rooted P. Viridis Cuttings For sale

Legislation Status

Psilocybin, psilocin, and psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I substances in the United States. LSD was scheduled in 1970, while AMT and 5-MeO-DIPT are Schedule I substances since 2005. 5-MeO-DALT is regulated in few countries (e.g., Bulgaria, Finland, and Romania), and in Japan it is classified as “designated substance” by the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law, which makes this drug illegal to possess or sell (Araujo et al., 2015; Corkery et al., 2012Rooted P. Viridis Cuttings For sale