Natural Substances
Substance
Kratom, Ephedrine, LSA, Salvia Divinorum
The effects of the listed substances vary considerably and depend on dosage, mindset, and setting for each substance. Kratom ranges from euphoric to narcotic or aphrodisiac effects, ephedrine and khat are both stimulating, and LSA and salvia are both hallucinogenic. The latter two substances, in particular, can cause strong hallucinations and even a loss of touch with reality, and are therefore especially affected by mindset and setting.
Substance groups
group
Kratom : Opioids, stimulants, narcotics
Ephedrine : Stimulant
LSA : Hallucinogens, psychedelics
Salvia : Hallucinogens, dissociatives. [1]
Forms of appearance
Kratom : Leaves, powder extract
Ephedrine : capsules, tea, liquid
LSA : powder, seeds [2]
Salvia : Prime, tincture, leaves
Consumption patterns
Kratom : chewed, smoked, drunk
Ephedrine : drunk as tea, swallowed as capsules, smoked as an herb
LSA : Powder dissolved and drunk, seeds chewed
Salvia : applied sublabially as a pinch or chewed, smoked, or drunk as a tincture.
dosage
Kratom : dried leaves approx. 1-3g: stimulating dose; approx. 3-6g: medium dose; approx. 8-15g: strong dose; approx. 16-25g: very strong dose (only with high tolerance).
Do not exceed 25g even with high tolerance.
Ephedrine : max. daily dose 1.5-9g
LSA : Beginner dose: 4-5 seeds. Experienced dose: 4-8 seeds (approx. 2g); recommended maximum amount: 13-14 seeds
Salvia : chewed 6-10 leaves; smoked 1-2 leaves (dried).
Effect
Kratom : paradoxical effect: stimulating and sedating
Ephedrine : Stimulating, wake-up-inducing, increases heart rate, vasoconstrictive, circulatory stimulant, blood pressure raising, aphrodisiac
LSA : Described as strongly LSD-like, psychedelic, heightened color perception, body load
Salvia : strongly hallucinogenic, frequent: loss of body sensations, uncontrollable laughter
Risks and side effects
Kratom : Nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, dry mouth, frequent urination, cardiovascular problems, chest pain, sweating, tremors or cramps, dizziness, confusion and psychosis, rarely: hallucinations [1]
Ephedrine : Feelings of tightness in the chest, increased blood pressure, dizziness, cardiac arrhythmias up to and including heart attacks, vasoconstriction, diuretic effect, at high doses: temporary impotence
LSA : Nausea, exhaustion, dizziness, bloating and constipation, sometimes muscle relaxation leading to cramps or dislocations, stabbing limbs, feelings of faintness leading to loss of consciousness and control; anxiety and panic attacks [2]
Salvia : sweating, chills, weakness, coordination problems, urinary urgency, rarely: confusion, panic, paranoia and delirium [3]
Safer Use
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Kratom : Do not mix with stimulants, alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, or other "downers," and under no circumstances combine with MAOIs! Combinations can lead to circulatory problems and respiratory depression.
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Ephedrine : Hydrate well, do not combine with alcohol. Do not consume if you have circulatory problems/diseases, high blood pressure, heart defects, thyroid disorders, or liver/kidney damage!
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LSA : Pay attention to set and setting! Do not consume on an empty stomach. Do not consume LSA if you have liver disease, as it puts a strain on the liver. Peel the seeds, as the shell can cause nausea. [1]
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Salvia : This is a very peculiar substance, and due to its rapid onset, the effects can be overwhelming. Furthermore, hallucinations can be experienced as real, which is why a trip sitter is essential! Salvia should only be consumed in a calm and familiar environment.
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With all natural products, the concentration of active ingredients varies depending on the season, location, storage conditions, and even the specific species. It can fluctuate considerably. Therefore, a low dose should be used initially.