PCP Research Guide

Full name: Phencyclidine (angel dust)

A strong dissociative anesthetic developed in the 1950s. Included for completeness and awareness; it carries a high risk of agitation and unpredictable behavior.

How PCP Works

Blocks NMDA glutamate receptors and affects dopamine, producing dissociation, numbness and detachment.

Dosing Protocol

• Typical dose: Varies by individual and setting
• Frequency: Occasional
• Duration: Acute effects last 4-8 hours (longer at high doses)
• Route: Oral

Reported Benefits

• Historic anesthetic research
• Reference dissociative
• Included for awareness

Potential Side Effects

• Agitation and unpredictable behavior
• Numbness and loss of coordination
• Raised blood pressure
• High risk profile

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