JAMA psychiatry

Lessons from GHB for Developing Psychedelic Medicines

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Abstract

Sodium oxybate, a product of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), is discussed as a case study for regulatory pathways of Schedule I substances.

  • Sodium oxybate is categorized as a Schedule I substance.
  • The review highlights regulatory similarities between sodium oxybate and psychedelics.
  • Insights from sodium oxybate's regulatory journey may inform approaches for other Schedule I substances.

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