Ibogaine
Ibogaine Hydrochloride
Classic PsychedelicsNaturalPsychedelic Alkaloid with Anti-addictive Properties
Duration
12-36 hours (full experience)
Onset
1-3 hours
Peak
4-12 hours
Ibogaine is a naturally occurring psychoactive alkaloid found in the root bark of the African shrub Tabernanthe iboga. Known for its powerful anti-addictive properties, it's used in addiction treatment and spiritual healing, particularly in Bwiti traditions of Gabon.
⚠️ Safety Information
⚠️ Contraindications
Do not use if any of the following apply to you.
- •Any heart conditions or cardiovascular disease
- •History of cardiac arrhythmias
- •Use of many medications (extensive list)
- •Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- •Severe mental health conditions
- •Liver or kidney disease
Effects
Physical
- •Severe nausea and vomiting (common and intense)
- •Ataxia (loss of coordination and balance)
- •Cardiac effects including arrhythmias
- •Tremors and muscle weakness
- •Sensitivity to light and sound
- •Possible dangerous interactions with heart conditions
Psychological
- •Intense life review and autobiographical memories
- •Confrontation with addiction patterns and behaviors
- •Deep introspection and self-examination
- •Emotional processing and catharsis
- •Possible encounters with spiritual entities or guides
- •Profound insights into personal psychology
Visual
- •Complex, often autobiographical visions
- •Life review sequences and memory playback
- •Geometric patterns and fractals
- •Possible entity encounters and spiritual visions
- •Often described as "movies" of one's life
- •Both open and closed-eye visuals
Therapeutic Potential
✓Powerful addiction interruption and recovery support
✓Treatment for opioid, cocaine, alcohol, and other addictions
✓Deep psychological healing and trauma processing
✓Spiritual awakening and transformation
✓Enhanced self-awareness and insight
✓Possible treatment for depression (research stage)
Legal Status
Illegal in most countries, legal for addiction treatment in some
Related Compounds
This is education, not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before making decisions about substance use. Never use illegal substances.