Magic Mushroom Compound May Prevent Chemotherapy Pain: « Research in Mice Finds that Psilocybin Protects Against Nerve Damage and Sensitivity Caused by Common Cancer Drugs. »

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In a study in mice, the positive effect of psilocybin on side effects of chemotherapy was demonstrated.

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AGI - A compound found in hallucinogenic fungi allowed to avoid neuropathy - a serious side effect of chemotherapy in mice. It emerges from a study published in Science and led by the University of Texas. The neuropathy consists of a constant sensation at the ends of burning, tingling or needle sting. The substance administered prior to chemo Only two doses of psilocybin, a psychoactive substance in mushrooms, administered prior to chemotherapy,…

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A "psychedelic" mushroom that literally shines with its special colors is giving hope to millions of cancer patients around the world. This particular Psilocybe mushroom is not a chemotherapeutic. However, it does contain a substance called psilocybin, which acts on the nerves to prevent the painful condition called peripheral neuropathy that often occurs after chemotherapy.