4-Hydroxy-5-methoxydimethyltryptamine

4-Hydroxy-5-methoxydimethyltryptamine (also known as 4-HO-5-MeO-DMT) is a psychedelic drug and a structural analog of psilocin. It is a member of the tryptamine family of compounds, which also includes substances like DMT, 5-MeO-DMT, and bufotenin.

Chemistry

4-Hydroxy-5-methoxydimethyltryptamine is a synthetic compound and is not known to occur naturally. It is a derivative of dimethyltryptamine (DMT), with an additional hydroxy (OH) group at the 4-position, and a methoxy (OCH3) group at the 5-position of the indole ring.

Pharmacology

The pharmacology of 4-HO-5-MeO-DMT is not well-studied. However, like other psychedelic tryptamines, it is thought to act primarily as a serotonin receptor agonist. This means it binds to and activates certain serotonin receptors in the brain, which leads to its psychedelic effects.

Effects

The effects of 4-HO-5-MeO-DMT are not well-documented due to its rarity and the lack of scientific research on this compound. However, anecdotal reports suggest that it produces effects similar to other psychedelic tryptamines, including visual hallucinations, altered thought processes, and changes in perception of time and space.

Legality

The legality of 4-HO-5-MeO-DMT varies by country. In some countries, it is a controlled substance, while in others it is legal to possess and use.

See also

• Tryptamine
• Psychedelic drug
• Serotonin receptor