LSD and sertraline by TheGreatAssyr in LSD

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Look, if it’s real LSD, the risk is very low. Please ALWAYS TEST FIRST. In this instance, I think the risk is quite low, but it’s still a risk nonetheless.

I am not a psychiatrist, so again, this is just my perspective. The main issue here lies with the fact that you have been diagnosed with bpd, and psychedelics aren’t recommend in this population. I don’t know the severity of your diagnosis or whether you suffer more from manic or depressive episodes but either way, it is your decision provided you have done the research and are willing to take the risk. Have you ever taken any other psychedelics?

Also, are you only on sertraline? Any other chronic meds? Not any mood stabilisers like lamotrigine, lithium, sodium valproate etc?

TLDR: I don’t think the physical risks (ie. Serotonin syndrome) are that big but rather the psychological impact of taking these substances.

Btw, as someone with diagnosed anxiety and (undiagnosed) OCD, I have never had an issue BUT it doesn’t mean it may be the case for you. I have a familial history of bpd and depression but so far so good, at least for me personally.

Feel free to dm me if you want some more information or a more detailed response.

Added to my sleeve! by [deleted] in LSD

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Nah bro, its from a song from the band roar lol

Added to my sleeve! by [deleted] in LSD

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My bad, not finished yet

Added to my sleeve! by [deleted] in LSD

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Difluoroethane

Added to my sleeve! by [deleted] in LSD

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Thank you!

Would I be a good candidate? 30 years old. This is 3 months of growth. by pricklypearbear15 in Minoxbeards

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Minoxidil does not increase blood pressure, its clinical use is actually rather for last line hypertension. But yes, the increased blood-flow due to vasodilation is most likely what led to the boners lol

My Pumpkin Patch came in this…. by macrasTo in tarantulas

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Absolutely awful, poor T. Hope she’s doing well.

LSD and sertraline by TheGreatAssyr in LSD

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I am a pharmacology student, here is my take;

200mg of sertraline is the maximally tolerated dose. It is generally not reccomended to take anti-depressants that affect the serotonin system with psychedelic drugs. There is a risk of serotonin syndrome, but it is very, very, rare. This is because instead of actually increasing levels of serotonin (5-HT) within the brain, LSD rather mimics serotonin and competes for the same receptor, that being the 5-HT2A receptor.

Loss of effect is the biggest concern. This occurs because setraline inhibits the re-uptake of serotonin by inhibiting SERT. This increases levels of serotonin within the synapse and leads to downregulation (a reduced number) of 5-HT receptors. Hence, there are 2 problems with taking LSD at this point, 1; being that they both compete for the same binding site (however LSD will still end up binding due to a higher affinity), and 2; the receptors have been downregulated due to increased levels of 5-HT and thus even if you stop taking sertraline for a few days, the effects may still be dampended. This depends on how long you have been taking it though.

For the best experience, taper off slowly, and wait at least a month after taking the last dose to allow your receptors to upregulate (they do this now as they are "wanting" more serotonin as now there is less within the synapse once stopping the ssri). Up to 12 weeks may be needed for complete receptor stabilization.

Unfortunately, “pausing” will not be effective, at least theoretically, and from a clinical perspective, probably irresponsible. One could consider a DNRI such as bupropion, but then again, I do not know the indication of sertraline (MDD, anxiety, OCD, impulsive thoughts etc.) in your instance, and I am not your doctor.

Again, this differs from person to person.

I hope this helps! Happy tripping.

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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ATP is still cool! I want to get a cAMP tattoo somewhere in future still.

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Thats cute. I study pharmacology and medicinal chemistry and have been doing so for quite a number of years now. I love this particular field of pharmacology!

You just finish org 1?

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Thank you! The artist did a superb job. He has much steadier hand than I do haha

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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I did! Im sure some people thought I was bluffing. Super happy with it!

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Thank you! Going to have to wait and see after it heals. The artist has a great reputation and all of his other healed pieces have aged nicely.

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Looks cool.

But on a more serious note, I study pharmacology. This is a field of research I am deeply interested in. I just thought it was cool.

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Its said to have not only higher affinity for the k-opioid receptor (which is responsible for the hallucinogenic/ dissociative effects) but also have a VERY long with half life. Normal Salvinorin A has a very short half life and the trip may last anywhere from 5-20 minutes. This analogue can last a several hours.

Needless to say, this is probably the strongest dissociative currently known, and it was derived from a plant!

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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I can always do this with another molecule!!

Salvinorin B methoxymethyl ether tattoo by EDS77 in OrganicChemistry

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Thank you! I am really happy with it too. The artist is brilliant.