Clinical toxicology of ‘magic mushroom’ ingestion
Norman R. Peden, Katrina Macaulay, Ann F Bissett, James Crooks, Alessandra Pelosi
Postgraduate Medical Journal September 1, 1981 DOI: 10.1136/pgmj.57.671.543 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Case series Case report Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 27 |
| Population | Individuals who ingested magic mushrooms |
| Topics | Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Mushroom poisoning Ingestion Mydriasis Clinical toxicology Hyperreflexia Magic telescope Traditional medicine Poison control Anesthesia Food science Medical emergency |
| Citations | 58 |
| Key findings | Mydriasis and hyperreflexia were common findings, along with perceptual and affective disorders, in cases of Psilocybe semilanceata ingestion. |
Abstract
Summary The clinical features are reported in 27 cases of ‘magic mushroom’ ingestion. Mydriasis and hyperreflexia were common as were disorders of perception and affect. Psilocybe semilanceata appears to have been the species of fungus involved.
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