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Michail Kalfas

2 papers in the library · 28 citations · publishing 2023-2026

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A systematic review of the pharmacokinetics of classical serotonergic psychedelic compounds in healthy adult subjects.

Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) May 29, 2026 Elliot Hampsey, Kirsty Martin, Michail Kalfas et al.

Despite renewed investigations into classical psychedelic compounds, their pharmacokinetic profiles remain incompletely understood. This systematic review collated data from healthy adult volunteers on the pharmacokinetic properties of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), psilocybin, dimethyltryptamine (DMT), mescaline, and 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MEO-DMT). We identified 32 eligible...

Psychedelics for treatment resistant depression: are they game changers?

Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy November 10, 2023 Michail Kalfas, Rosie H Taylor, Dimosthenis Tsapekos et al. 28 citations

Psychedelic therapy has created a paradigm shift in the treatment of TRD, as it can maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize potential risks. Psilocybin holds promise as a potential game-changer in the treatment of TRD, with initial evidence suggesting a rapid antidepressant effect sustained for some responders for at least 3 months. Nevertheless, further adequately powered, double-blind,...