2026-05-19 Microdosing Institute

LSD microdosing for major depressive disorder: Mood and pharmacokinetic outcomes from a Phase 2a trial

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Repeated microdosing of LSD (8 to 20 μg) may help improve daily mood, specifically increasing feelings of connection, creativity, and energy in people with major depressive disorder.

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