LSA: Difference between revisions

LSA acts as a [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT_1A]], [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT_2A]], [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT_2B]], [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT_2C]], [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT₅]] and [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT₆]] [[Agonist#Agonists|partial agonist]]; the psychedelic effects are believed to come from LSA's efficacy at the [[Serotonin#The_5-HT_System|5-HT_2A]] receptors.<ref>COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE SEROTONIN ANTAGONISM OF AMIDE DERIVATIVES OF LYSERGIC ACID AND OF ERGOT ALKALOIDS | http://jpet.aspetjournals.org/content/122/1/124.short</ref> There is also efficacy at all [[Dopamine#The Dopamine System|dopamine receptors]] and all [[Adrenaline#The_Adrenergic_System|adrenoreceptors]].<ref>http://molpharm.aspetjournals.org/content/12/4/631.short</ref>

The physical effects of LSA can be broken down into three components all of which progressively intensify proportional to dosage. These are described below and generally include:

*'''[[Physical effects: Spontaneous tactile sensations|Spontaneous tactile sensations]]''' - The body high of LSA can be described as a mild yet pleasurable, soft tingling sensation. This is largely noticed in high doses and is accompanied by strong waves of [[Physical effects: Euphoria|physical euphoria]] which are usually manifested spontaneously at different unpredictable points throughout the trip but can also maintain a consistent presence. In either case, they steadily rise with the onset and hit their limit once the peak has been reached.

*'''[[Physical effects: Sedation|Sedation]]''' - In terms of its effects on the physical energy levels of the tripper, LSA tends to be sedating, however, it can be setting dependent. For example, when taken in settings with large amounts of stimulus or during physically strenuous activities such as walking, running, climbing or dancing it is fully capable of becoming stimulating and energetic. In contrast, however, when taken in calm environments such as darkened rooms with comfortable seating it is consistently relaxing, peaceful and quite sedating.

====[[Visual effects: Enhancements|Enhancements|Enhancements]]====

====[[Visual effects: Distortions (psychedelic)|Distortions]]====

As for visual distortions and alterations, these are significantly more simplistic from that of open eye distortions found with other [[psychedelics]]. Effects experienced are detailed below:  

*'''[[Visual effects: Drifting|Drifting]]''' ''([[Visual effects: Drifting#Melting|Melting]], [[Visual effects: Drifting#Breathing|Breathing]], [[Visual effects: Drifting#Morphing|Morphing]] and [[Visual effects: Drifting#Flowing|Flowing]])'' - In comparison to other psychedelics this effect can be described as mild but highly detailed yet cartoon like in appearance. They are fast yet smooth in motion and fleeting in their permanence. This is an inconsistently manifested effect with some never reporting such effects.

====[[Visual effects: Geometry (psychedelic)|Geometry]]====

The visual geometry that is present throughout this trip can be described as more similar in appearance to that of [[Psilocetin|4-AcO-DMT]], [[Ayahuasca]] and [[2C-E]] than [[LSD]] or [[2C-B]]. They can be comprehensively described as structured in their organization, organic in geometric style, intricate in complexity, zoomed out and small in size, fast and smooth in motion, colourful in scheme, glossy in colour, blurred in their edges and rounded in their corners. They have a much more "natural" feel to them than [[LSD]] and at higher dosages are significantly more likely to result in states of [[Visual effects - Psychedelics#7B - Exposure to inner mechanics of human consciousness|Level 7B]] geometry over [[Visual effects - Psychedelics#7A - Exposure to entirety of neurological structure|Level 7A]].

*'''[[Visual effects: External hallucinations (psychedelic)|External hallucinations (psychedelic)]]''' - These are extremely common within LSA and partially follow the content of the user's current thought process.

*'''[[Visual effects: Internal hallucinations (psychedelic)|Internal hallucinations (psychedelic)]]''' - Unlike [[LSD]], LSA consistently produces moderate to high level hallucinatory states in high doses. This particular effect can be compared to a [[Portal:Lucid Dreaming|lucid dream]] state and commonly contains hallucinations with plots, settings, autonomous entity contact and scenarios. They are more common within dark environments and can be described as internal in their manifestation, lucid in believability, interactive in style and almost exclusively religious, spiritual, mystical or transcendental nature in their overall theme. These hallucinations are complemented by a powerful enhancement of ones ability to visualize concepts. This ability eventually becomes so drawn out proportional to dosage that it leads to full blown hallucinatory states that are entirely lucid and for the most part controllable.

=Forms=

The seeds of many species of morning glory contain [[lysergamides|lysergamide]] [[alkaloid]]s such as the [[psychedelics|psychedelic]] known as LSA.<ref>http://jama.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=1165951</ref> Though the chemical LSA is not legal in some countries, the seeds are found in many gardening stores; however, it's worth noting that the seeds from commercial sources are often coated in some form of pesticide or methylmercury which can result in extreme nausea if ingested. Seeds without these pesticides can be purchased cheaply online and are freely available.

Hawaiian baby woodrose is a perennial climbing vine that is native to the Indian subcontinent and introduced to numerous areas worldwide, including Hawaii, Africa and the Caribbean. Hawaiian Baby Woodrose seeds may be consumed for their various  [[lysergamides|lysergamide]] alkaloids, such as LSA.<ref>http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073809004745</ref> Although the chemical LSA is not legal in some countries, the seeds are found in many gardening stores; however, the seeds from commercial sources are often coated in some form of pesticide or methylmercury which can result in extreme nausea if ingested. Seeds without these pesticides can be purchased cheaply online and are freely available.