These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement or herbal regimen.

Peyote

Nervine

Lophophora williamsii

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 27, 2026

Description

A small psychoactive cactus sacred to Native American Church ceremonies, containing the hallucinogen mescaline.

Active Compounds

MescalineHordenineTyramineAnhalonidine

Traditional Uses

Sacred ceremonies
Vision quests
Pain relief
Fever

Modern Uses

Religious sacrament (NAC exemption)
Psychedelic-assisted therapy research

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other
Adult Dose: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. Religious use only (NAC). Not for self-medication.
Preparation Notes: Schedule I controlled substance (US); legal only for Native American Church religious use

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Psychiatric conditions
Heart disease
Pregnancy
SSRI/MAOI medications
All non-ceremonial use

Possible Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Hallucinations
Tachycardia

Calculate Dose Check Interactions

Command Palette