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What are the somatic symptoms associated with DMT use?
What are the somatic symptoms associated with DMT use?
- Paranoia, aggression, visual distortions, impaired coordination
- Memory loss, emotional numbness, appetite suppression, increased heart rate
- Dizziness, nausea, paresthesia, blurred vision (correct)
- Depersonalization, hallucinations, time perception distortion, color and shape disorientation
How do teratogenic effects of LSD manifest?
How do teratogenic effects of LSD manifest?
- Memory loss and confusion
- Increased heart rate and blood pressure
- Severe deformities in fetuses, especially in the extremities (correct)
- Respiratory depression and coma
Which receptor does LSD activate to increase glutamate release in the cerebral cortex?
Which receptor does LSD activate to increase glutamate release in the cerebral cortex?
- NMDA receptors
- Opioid receptors
- Serotonin (5HT2A) receptors (correct)
- Dopamine D2 receptors
Which compound structurally resembles serotonin and is found in plants like prestonia and amazonica?
Which compound structurally resembles serotonin and is found in plants like prestonia and amazonica?
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In what form is DMT usually administered due to its oral inactivation by MAO enzyme?
In what form is DMT usually administered due to its oral inactivation by MAO enzyme?
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What distinguishes DMT from LSD in terms of addictive potential?
What distinguishes DMT from LSD in terms of addictive potential?
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What is a common effect of LSD on the uterus?
What is a common effect of LSD on the uterus?
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What is a phenomenon associated with flashback hallucinogen's effects?
What is a phenomenon associated with flashback hallucinogen's effects?
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What distinguishes DMT from LSD regarding toxic effects on fetuses?
What distinguishes DMT from LSD regarding toxic effects on fetuses?
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In what forms can DMT be administered due to its oral inactivation by MAO enzyme?
In what forms can DMT be administered due to its oral inactivation by MAO enzyme?
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