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Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets

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Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets is a Serotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic Small molecule drug developed by Xiangya Hospital of Central South University. It is currently FDA-approved for Depression or mood disorders (investigational/research use), Potential use in psychiatric conditions (specific approved indications unclear).

Mescaline is a naturally occurring psychedelic alkaloid that acts as a non-selective serotonin receptor agonist, primarily at 5-HT2A receptors.

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets are being studied as a potential treatment for adult lupus nephritis in a clinical trial. Mescaline is a small molecule with the chemical name 2-(3,4,5-Trimethoxyphenyl)Ethanamine.

At a glance

Generic nameMescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets
SponsorXiangya Hospital of Central South University
Drug classSerotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic
Target5-HT2A receptor (primary); non-selective serotonin receptors
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPsychiatry/Neurology (research/investigational)
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Mescaline binds to and activates serotonin receptors, particularly the 5-HT2A subtype, which modulates perception, mood, and cognition. The enteric coating allows delayed release in the small intestine to improve tolerability and absorption. This mechanism underlies its psychoactive and potential therapeutic effects on mood and perception-related disorders.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets

What is Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets is a Serotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic drug developed by Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, indicated for Depression or mood disorders (investigational/research use), Potential use in psychiatric conditions (specific approved indications unclear).

How does Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets work?

Mescaline is a naturally occurring psychedelic alkaloid that acts as a non-selective serotonin receptor agonist, primarily at 5-HT2A receptors.

What is Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets used for?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets is indicated for Depression or mood disorders (investigational/research use), Potential use in psychiatric conditions (specific approved indications unclear).

Who makes Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets is developed and marketed by Xiangya Hospital of Central South University (see full Xiangya Hospital of Central South University pipeline at /company/xiangya-hospital-of-central-south-university).

What drug class is Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets in?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets belongs to the Serotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic class. See all Serotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic drugs at /class/serotonin-receptor-agonist-psychedelic.

What development phase is Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets in?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets?

Common side effects of Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets include Hallucinations or altered perception, Nausea or gastrointestinal distress, Anxiety or psychological distress, Elevated blood pressure or heart rate.

What does Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets target?

Mescaline sodium enteric-coated tablets targets 5-HT2A receptor (primary); non-selective serotonin receptors and is a Serotonin receptor agonist; psychedelic.

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