US study tests psilocybin to fight cancer side effects
Here's a novel idea for countering the painful side effects of chemotherapy: Beforehand, take the hallucinogenic drug found in magic mushrooms.
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US study tests psilocybin to fight cancer side effects
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A US study is investigating whether psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms, can protect against side effects of chemotherapy. Researchers are exploring whether the drug might shield peripheral nerves from damage caused by chemotherapy treatments. The early research suggests psilocybin may help counter painful side effects that commonly occur during cancer treatment.
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Psilocybin may protect against a common, debilitating side effect of chemotherapy, early study finds
A psychedelic best known for its effects on the brain may also protect peripheral nerves from chemotherapy damage, early research suggests.
