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Hallucinogenic mushrooms with the active ingredient psilocybin grow in the wild and were used by indigenous cultures as a remedy and intoxicant. The best-known varieties are the pointed cone bald man(Psilocybe semilanceata), the "Mexican"(Psilocybe cubensis) and the "Hawaiian"(Panaeolus cyanescens or Copelandia cyanescens). When ingested, psilocybin is converted by the body into the degradation product psilocin, which is responsible for the psychoactive effect of the mushrooms. Psilocin develops its psychoactive effect primarily through the activation of certain serotonin receptors. Clinical research is currently investigating psilocybin as a possible treatment for various psychiatric disorders.
Deep doses: stimulating, slightly euphoric, laughing flash
Medium doses: mildly hallucinogenic and stimulates the imagination
High doses: highly hallucinogenic, very psychedelic. Altered sense of space-time and ego - time expands, the environment is often perceived as dreamlike; visionary immersion in strange worlds, a sense of deep insight into oneself and a feeling of strong connection with nature
Onset of effect
between 15-60 minutes
Duration of action
3-7 hours, depending on variety and preparation.
Aftereffects
6 hours
EFFECT (of pure psilocybin)
Onset of effect
After 20 - 40 minutes; peak: after 60 - 90 minutes
Duration of action
2-3.5 hours
Appearances
Fresh or dried mushrooms, "Magic Truffles" (Amsterdam); synthetic (pure) psilocybin as a white powder.
The active ingredient content is subject to strong fluctuations.
Average dosages of dried* mushrooms:
Pointed cone baldy light: 0.5-0.8 g, medium to heavy 0.8-max. 3 g
"Hawaiian": light 0.3-0.5 g, medium to strong 0.5-max. 2 g
"Mexican": light 0.5-1.5 g, medium to strong 1.5-max. 6 g
*for fresh mushrooms tenfold
Forms of consumption
eaten, drunk in tea, rarely smoked (reduced effect).
Dosage of pure psilocybin:
µg/kg - effect
45 µg/kg - mild to moderate effect
115 µg/kg - medium effect
215 µg/kg - medium to strong effect
315 µg/kg - very strong effect (doses above 25 mg per total intake should be avoided)
Gender does not affect the dosage, but age does. The older one is, the less unwanted side effects and anxiety occur. This is probably due to the learned better handling of negative feelings as well as the reduction of serotonin receptors, to which psilocybin binds, with increasing age.
For more information on dosage, see our Dosage Magic Mushrooms factsheet.
Avoid mixed consumption, never consume mushrooms together with alcohol or medication!
Refrain from mixed use with lithium. There is an increased risk of psychosis and stroke.
Do not consume tramadol if you use psychedelic substances. Tramadol lowers the threshold for strokes, while psychedelic substances can trigger them in susceptible individuals.
Cannabis can have unexpected strong effects in combination with psychedelic substances, leading to anxiety, panic attacks and paranoia. Mixed use is discouraged or recommended, dosing cannabis lower than usual and taking long breaks in between.
Avoid mixed consumption, never consume mushrooms together with alcohol or medication!
Refrain from mixed use with lithium. There is an increased risk of psychosis and stroke.
Do not consume tramadol if you use psychedelic substances. Tramadol lowers the threshold for strokes, while psychedelic substances can trigger them in susceptible individuals.
Cannabis can have unexpected strong effects in combination with psychedelic substances, leading to anxiety, panic attacks and paranoia. Mixed use is discouraged or recommended, dosing cannabis lower than usual and taking long breaks in between.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Risk
This combination already poses a significant risk. The effects can reinforce each other or change in unpredictable ways. Therefore, use these substances with caution, test new or unfamiliar substances individually first, and keep the doses as low as possible. Allow sufficient time between doses and avoid taking additional doses on a whim. Be aware of the varying durations of action for each substance.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
Lower risk
Learn about the substances, their effects, how quickly they take effect, and the proper dosage. Get to know each substance on its own first, and see how they affect you and whether they suit you before mixing them. Allow enough time between doses, mix as few substances as possible, and start with low doses.
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