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Analgesic potential of macrodoses and microdoses of classical psychedelics in chronic pain sufferers: a population survey.

Valerie Bonnelle, Will J Smith, Natasha L. Mason, Mauro Cavarra, Pamela Kryskow, Kim Pc Kuypers, Johannes G. Ramaekers, Amanda Feilding

Br J Pain July 14, 2022 DOI: 10.1177/20494637221114962 (opens in new tab)

Study at a glance

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Characteristics Population survey Peer reviewed
Population Chronic pain sufferers who have used classical psychedelics
Intervention classical psychedelics
Keywords Psychedelics: classical psychedelics Hallucinogens Entheogens Psychotropics Chronic pain sufferers Pain reduction Pain relief Pain management Analgesia Microdosing: tiny doses Psychedelic microdosing Macrodosing: full doses Psychedelic macrodosing
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Key findings Both macrodoses and microdoses of classical psychedelics are associated with pain reduction in chronic pain sufferers, with 78% reporting relief after macrodosing and 55% after microdosing.

Abstract

Analgesic potential of macrodoses and microdoses of classical psychedelics in chronic pain sufferers: a population survey.