Ibotenic acid
Well-established neurochemistry; human toxicology primarily from poisoning casesMechanism of Action
Research Notes
Primary neurotoxic compound in fresh mushrooms; responsible for excitotoxicity, convulsions, and acute toxicity symptoms. Undergoes metabolic conversion to muscimol, the psychoactive metabolite. Research indicates dose-dependent neurotoxicity with LD50 estimates around 38 mg/kg in animal models.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Ibotenic acid
Representative pattern: C₉H₇N₂O
Related Compounds (Isoxazole alkaloid)
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