From the Research
Ibogaine and Dyspnea
- There is limited information available on the specific association between dyspnea and a small dose of ibogaine.
- However, studies have reported various side effects of ibogaine, including cardiotoxicity and neurological symptoms 1, 2.
- One study reported that individuals using ibogaine in variable doses to self-treat for drug use are at risk of developing severe cardiotoxicity and neurological symptoms, including hypoxia 1.
- Another study reported a case of ibogaine intoxication resulting in ventricular flutter and nearby cardiac arrest, with the patient experiencing massive QT prolongation 3.
- While these studies do not specifically mention dyspnea as a side effect, they do suggest that ibogaine can have serious respiratory and cardiac complications, which could potentially include dyspnea 2, 3.
- A study on the pharmacokinetics of ibogaine reported that the drug has complex pharmacokinetic profiles, and its active metabolite, noribogaine, may be responsible for its beneficial effects on craving and depressed mood 4.
- However, this study did not specifically investigate the relationship between ibogaine and dyspnea.
- Overall, while there is limited direct evidence on the association between dyspnea and a small dose of ibogaine, the available studies suggest that ibogaine can have serious side effects, including cardiotoxicity and neurological symptoms, which could potentially include dyspnea 1, 4, 5, 2, 3.