1. Peyote (Mescaline)
Bill Wilcox

2. Drug Names Brand name: Peyote Mescaline
Street names: buttons, cactus, mesc, devils root.
Chemical name: Lophophora Williathemsii
Schedule 1 drug as classified by the FDA.

4. How is it taken?
Taken by harvesting of the tops of the cactus (buttons).
They are dried and eaten, or soaked in water to produce a liquid that is drank.

5. Action Hallucinogenic properties. Out of body experiences.
Effects last hours.
Interferes with enzymes of the brain and metabolic processes.
Glucose transport to the brain slows.

7. History
Dates back to 16th century Native American tribes using it for religious revival.
Claimed to be able to see spirits.
Originated in Texas and Mexico region.
Native American Church.

8. Medical Use
Despite safety concerns some native still use Peyote for medical purposes.
Used to treat fevers, joint pain, and paralysis.
Applied to the skin for treating fractures, wounds, and snake bites.

10. Physiological/Side Effects
Increased body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure.
Loss of appetite.
Weakness.
Tremors.
Nausea.

11. Psychological Effects
Enjoyable Sensations.
Terrifying thoughts.
Anxiety.
Hallucinations.
Fear of death, insanity, or losing control.

12. Long Term Users can experience flashbacks.
They return to a previous “trip” they had while on Peyote.

13. Works Cited http://www.drugfree.org/drug-guide/peyote/