Article: Methysergide

Methysergide
Systematic (IUPAC) name
N,N-dimethyl-3,4-dimethoxy-β-hydroxy-β-phenethylamine or 1-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-2-(dimethylamino)ethanol
Identifiers
CAS number	361-37-5
ATC code	N02CA04
PubChem	9681
DrugBank	APRD00463
Chemical data
Formula	C21H27N3O2
Mol. weight	353.458 g/mol
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Methysergide, UML-491, or 1-methyl-d-lysergic acid butanolamide, is a prescription drug closely related to LSD, and is used to treat migraines. It is sold under the names of Sansert and Deseril in 2mg dosages. Like LSD, methysergide also produces psychedelic and hallucinogenic effects. The threshold dosage for psychedelic effects is 4.3mg. Full effects are felt with dosages of 8-20mg.

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