Psilocybin + Psychotherapy for Fibromyalgia
Trial Summary
Yes, you will need to stop taking certain medications. Participants cannot take psychoactive prescription medications regularly, including antidepressants, opioids, and medications with a primary centrally-acting serotonergic effect. If you are on such medications, you may need to taper off with your doctor's support before joining the trial.
There is no direct data on Psilocybin + Psychotherapy for fibromyalgia, but studies on similar treatments suggest potential benefits. For example, medicinal plants and natural products have shown significant improvements in pain, depression, and quality of life for fibromyalgia patients, indicating that alternative therapies might be effective.
12345There is growing interest in using psilocybin with psychotherapy for chronic pain, and past users generally report neutral to positive perceptions of its benefits. However, specific safety data for this combination in fibromyalgia is not provided in the available research.
12467TRP-8802 (Psilocybin) is unique because it combines psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, with psychotherapy to potentially address both the physical pain and psychological distress associated with fibromyalgia, unlike traditional treatments that often focus solely on pain relief.
128910Eligibility Criteria
Adults aged 25-64 with fibromyalgia for at least 3 months, stable in psychotherapy, non-smokers, and not using certain medications can join. They must avoid psychoactive substances before sessions and women of childbearing potential need effective birth control.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive two doses of psilocybin: a 15 mg dose followed 2 weeks later by a 25 mg dose, in concert with psychotherapy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment