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Types of Drugs - Magic MushroomsMagic Mushrooms

Substance: Magic Mushrooms

Category: Hallucinogen

Legal Status
Are controlled by the Misuse of Drugs Act, it is therefore illegal to possess, produce or supply them.

Short-term effects
Effects similar to mild LSD experience but start more quickly and stop sooner (4-9hours). Nausea, stomach pain and vomiting common. Danger of picking poisonous mushrooms by mistake.

Long-term effects
No physical or psychological dependence reported and no known adverse effects caused by long-term use (however, this has not been adequately researched). Tolerance is rapid, meaning repeat doses are ineffective after several days' use.

Scientific / Trade or Slang Name
Psilocybe semilanceta, Mushies, Liberty Caps.

Method of use
Swallowed raw, cooked, dried or brewed into beverage.


NOTE:
The effect upon the individual of any drug may vary, depending on factors such as the expectations of the user, mood, amount used, the setting, tolerance, and whether it is mixed with other drugs, which can be fatal. Some of the drugs above are synthetic drugs which are produced in unregulated laboratories. As such they are rarely pure and are often altered with a range of toxic and other dangerous agents.

 
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