Substituted lysergamide

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Lysergamides are a class of chemicals that include compounds with psychoactive effects.

General formula of lysergamide molecule.

Chemistry

Lysergamides are a chemical class based upon amides of lysergic acid.

Pharmacology

The tryptamine class of psychedelic drugs works via their action upon the 5-HT2A receptor.

Examples

Lysergamides are seen throughout organic chemistry and include many psychoactive drugs.

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