Categories of Psychedelic Drugs

Psychedelics are typically grouped based on their chemical structure and the way they interact with the brain.

Lysergamides

A class of compounds that are structurally related to lysergic acid.

LSD - Lysergic acid diethylamide, a classical psychedelic known for its powerful psychedelic effects.

A class of compounds that are structurally related to the amino acid tryptamine.

Psilocybin - The active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms, often used for spiritual and therapeutic purposes.
DMT - A powerful psychedelic drug known for its rapid onset and intense experience, often described as a journey into other dimensions.

A class of compounds that are structurally related to the amino acid phenethylamine.

MDMA - Commonly known as ecstasy, it enhances emotional closeness and well-being, making it popular in social settings like parties and music festivals.
MDA - MDA (3,4-Methylenedioxyamphetamine) is a synthetic empathogen-entactogen and psychedelic drug known for its stimulating effects, mood enhancement, and increased feelings of empathy and sociability. Similar to MDMA but often described as more hallucinogenic
2C-B - 2C-B (4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine) is a synthetic psychedelic known for its moderate hallucinogenic effects and empathogenic properties. It produces visual enhancements, altered thought processes, and a sense of euphoria.

A class of compounds that produce feelings of detachment from reality.

Ketamine - Originally developed as an anesthetic, Ketamine has been found to have powerful anti-depressive properties and is used in controlled therapeutic settings.

A class of compounds found in cannabis that interact with the endocannabinoid system in the body.

Cannabis - Known for its psychoactive effects, Cannabis is used both recreationally and medicinally to relieve pain, enhance mood, and stimulate appetite.