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Breaking the cycle of opioid use disorder with Ibogaine

Deborah C. Mash

The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse January 2, 2018 DOI: 10.1080/00952990.2017.1357184 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics Addiction Ibogaine
Citations 29
Key points The text provides background information on ibogaine, noting its origin from Tabernanthe iboga and its historical use in spiritual and healing ceremonies.

Abstract

Ibogaine is an indole alkaloid that comes from the root of the West African shrub Tabernanthe iboga. Ibogaine has been used for centuries in spiritual celebrations, coming of age rituals, and heali...

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