LSD

Lysergic Acid Diethylamide

Classic PsychedelicsSyntheticClassic Psychedelic (Lysergamide)

Duration

8-12 hours

Onset

30-90 minutes

Peak

3-5 hours

LSD is a semisynthetic psychedelic derived from ergot alkaloids found in fungi. Discovered in 1938 and first experienced in 1943, it became the archetypal psychedelic and catalyst for the modern psychedelic movement.

⚠️ Safety Information

⚠️ Contraindications

Do not use if any of the following apply to you.

  • Personal or family history of psychotic disorders
  • Severe mental health conditions
  • Heart conditions or cardiovascular disease
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Use with lithium or other contraindicated medications

Effects

Physical

  • Dilated pupils (very pronounced)
  • Increased energy and alertness
  • Changes in body temperature regulation
  • Muscle tension or tremors
  • Increased heart rate and blood pressure
  • Decreased appetite
  • Insomnia or difficulty sleeping

Psychological

  • Profound alterations in consciousness
  • Enhanced introspection and self-awareness
  • Emotional amplification and lability
  • Sense of cosmic or spiritual connection
  • Time distortion and temporal loop experiences
  • Enhanced empathy and emotional openness

Visual

  • Vivid and complex geometric patterns
  • Color enhancement and saturation
  • Morphing and breathing of surfaces
  • Complex visual hallucinations
  • Fractal patterns and mandala-like visuals
  • Possible synesthesia

Therapeutic Potential

Treatment for depression and anxiety
Addiction therapy support
Enhanced creativity and problem-solving
Spiritual and mystical experiences
Increased psychological flexibility
Potential PTSD treatment

Legal Status

Schedule I in most countries

Related Compounds

This is education, not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before making decisions about substance use. Never use illegal substances.

Education and harm reduction only. This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional. Never use illegal substances.