Magic mushroom compound tested for meth addiction – but trial stopped early
NCT ID NCT05322954
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, is safe and feasible for people with methamphetamine use disorder. Only 5 participants were enrolled, and the trial was terminated early, so the results are very limited. The goal was to see if psilocybin could be given safely alongside behavioral support.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- psilocybin
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a new way to help people reduce methamphetamine use.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very early, tiny trial (only 5 participants) that was terminated early, so we have little data. Psilocybin can cause temporary anxiety, confusion, or high blood pressure.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States
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