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Impact of neurotransmitters on psychedelic experiences
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By selectively blocking certain neurotransmitters, such as serotonin or histamine, the impact on a person's psychedelic experience can be altered. Prematurely ending a psychedelic experience may not be necessary unless there is physical risk involved.
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The impact of trazodone on neurotransmitter levels varies depending on the specific neurotransmitter.
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The impact of trazodone on neurotransmitter levels varies depending on the specific neurotransmitter. Trazodone primarily affects histamine levels while also having a lesser impact on noradrenaline and serotonin levels.
ChapterImpact of neurotransmitters on psychedelic experiences
Episode#650: Dr. Matthew Walker, All Things Sleep — How to Improve Sleep, How Sleep Ties Into Alzheimer’s Disease and Weight Gain, and How Medications (Ambien, Trazodone, etc.), Caffeine, THC/CBD, Psychedelics, Exercise, Smart Drugs, Fasting, and More Affect Sleep
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Emerging evidence suggests that taking SSRIs can increase sensitivity to caffeine and decrease caffeine clearance, potentially leading to negative experiences for those taking trazodone for sleep.
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Emerging evidence suggests that taking SSRIs can increase sensitivity to caffeine and decrease caffeine clearance, potentially leading to negative experiences for those taking trazodone for sleep. This highlights the importance of understanding one's individual caffeine use and how it may interact with medication.