4-ACO-DMT (4-Acetoxy-N,N-Dimethyltryptamine) is a synthetic psychedelic compound. Its foundation or chemical structure is similar to that of psilocybin the active compound found in mushrooms.
Chemical Structure
A bicyclic structure composed of a benzene ring fused to a nitrogen containing pyrrole ring. The molecule has an acetoxy group (-O-CO-CH3) attached to the 4-position of the indole ring and two methyl groups attached to the nitrogen atom. 4-aco-dmt is thought to produce its psychedelic effect by interacting with serotonin receptoers in the brain , particularly the 5-HT2A receptor.
Despite this fact, 4-AcO-DMT remains a psychedelic with a limited history of use prior to its release as a grey area compound on the online research chemical market.
EFFECT OF DMT
- Changes in mood and thought: Shifts in emotional state and thought patterns.
- Visual and auditory distortions: Altered perceptions of reality, including visual patterns and sounds.
- Altered sense of self: Changes in one’s sense of identity and self-awareness.
Research and Potential Therapeutic Uses
Some research suggests that 4-AcO-DMT and other psychedelics may have potential therapeutic benefits, including:
- Treatment of mental health conditions: Such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
- Increased creativity and productivity: Enhanced problem-solving and creative thinking.