Biomedicines

Psilocybin: Current Knowledge, Safety Concerns, and Challenges in Studying Its Possible Effects on Multiple Organs

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Abstract

The available evidence regarding the safety of psilocybin (PSY) is limited and heterogeneous.

  • Reported adverse events associated with PSY are rare and often complicated by factors such as polysubstance use and unclear dosing.
  • Current controlled clinical data do not consistently support the idea that PSY has intrinsic toxicity affecting multiple organs.
  • Mechanisms related to serotonin receptor activation suggest possible organ-specific effects that require further investigation.
  • The existing literature indicates potential safety signals, emphasizing the need for more systematic evaluations of PSY's safety profile.

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