Psychedelics
Nutmeg (Myristicin)
Street names: Nutmeg high, Myristica, Kitchen spice trip
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⚡What it does
- 5–15 g of myristicin/elemicin metabolized to weak MAO-A-releasing deliriant: 6–24 h of heavy sedation, dreamlike stupor, mild visuals
- The original 'kitchen high'
⚠Key risks
- 24 HOURS of misery is the typical report: racing heart, severe dry mouth, dizziness, anxiety, hangover days long
- Overdose: tachycardia, seizures, organ stress — ICU admissions documented
- Teen accessibility is the whole story — it's in every pantry
- Combining with MAOIs or stimulants dangerous
- Not fun, not safe — the data says almost everyone regrets it
✚Overdose signs
- Racing heart, chest pain
- Severe agitation, hallucinations
- Vomiting, dehydration
Category comparison — Psychedelics
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutmeg (Myristicin) | Food/legal — unregulated | 24 HOURS of misery is the typical report: racing heart, severe dry mouth, dizziness, anxiety, hangover days long; Overdose: tachycardia, seizures, organ stress — ICU admissions documented | $1–$5 per jar — the cheapest 'high' in existence |
| DMT (dimethyltryptamine) | Schedule I | Psychological distress ('bad trips'); Dangerous behavior if unprepared | ~$20–$60 per 50–100 mg dose |
| Peyote (mescaline cactus) | Schedule I | Severe nausea/vomiting; Psychological distress | ~$10–$30 per button where sold |
| Mescaline powder | Schedule I | Heavy nausea at dose; Panic/psychosis in vulnerable users | ~$20–$60 per dose |
| 2C-B | Schedule I | Very dose-sensitive — steep curve between fun and overwhelming; Panic attacks | ~$10–$30 per pill or ~$50–$120 per gram |
| 4-AcO-DMT (psilacetin) | Analogue prosecutions | Sold as 'legal mushrooms' — buyers misjudge dose; Panic, risky behavior | ~$20–$50 per dose |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Nutmeg (Myristicin) look like?
Whole nutmeg seeds or ground spice from the kitchen; 5–20 g consumed
What are the signs of a Nutmeg (Myristicin) overdose?
Racing heart, chest pain; Severe agitation, hallucinations; Vomiting, dehydration Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
24 HOURS of misery is the typical report: racing heart, severe dry mouth, dizziness, anxiety, hangover days long Dependence can develop with regular use.
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