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Can I Micro-dose On Mushrooms While Taking Citalopram?

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Posted on Fri, 7 Jun 2024
Question: Hi, I’m currently taking 40mg citalopram a day. Been looking into micro dosing mushrooms but mostly I think you can’t while taking antidepressants. Is this right I can’t while taking them?
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Answered by Dr. Dr diwashish biswas (1 hour later)
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Hi,


Combining psychedelics like mushrooms with antidepressant medications can be potentially risky, and you I would advise you to avoid such combinations. Mixing these substances can lead to unpredictable interactions and potentially adverse effects on your mental health.

Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety disorders. SSRIs work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Psychedelics like mushrooms, on the other hand, primarily interact with the serotonin system as well, but in different ways.

When combining SSRIs with psychedelics, the effects of both substances can be altered, leading to potentially intensified or prolonged psychedelic experiences. Additionally, there is a potential risk of serotonin syndrome, a rare but serious condition that can occur when there is an excessive buildup of serotonin in the brain.

It's important to note that microdosing mushrooms, even in small amounts, still involves consuming the active compounds in the mushrooms. These compounds can interact with your brain chemistry and potentially affect the functioning of your antidepressant medication.

I hope your query is clear now. Thank you.

Regards
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Can I Micro-dose On Mushrooms While Taking Citalopram?

Brief Answer: Please see detailed answer Detailed Answer: Hi, Combining psychedelics like mushrooms with antidepressant medications can be potentially risky, and you I would advise you to avoid such combinations. Mixing these substances can lead to unpredictable interactions and potentially adverse effects on your mental health. Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety disorders. SSRIs work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Psychedelics like mushrooms, on the other hand, primarily interact with the serotonin system as well, but in different ways. When combining SSRIs with psychedelics, the effects of both substances can be altered, leading to potentially intensified or prolonged psychedelic experiences. Additionally, there is a potential risk of serotonin syndrome, a rare but serious condition that can occur when there is an excessive buildup of serotonin in the brain. It's important to note that microdosing mushrooms, even in small amounts, still involves consuming the active compounds in the mushrooms. These compounds can interact with your brain chemistry and potentially affect the functioning of your antidepressant medication. I hope your query is clear now. Thank you. Regards