Beta-Carboline

Molecular structure of β-carboline

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Beta-carboline alkaloids (β-carbolines) are a class of chemicals that include compounds with psychoactive effects. They are often combined with ayahuasca brews to prevent the breakdown of DMT in the digestive system by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase.

Chemistry

Beta-carboline alkaloids are based upon the molecule beta-Carboline. Beta-Carboline itself is made up of an indole ring attached to a pyridine ring.

Examples

Beta-carbolines are seen throughout organic chemistry and include psychoactive drugs.

Harmala alkaloids:

• Harmine
• Harmaline
• Tetrahydroharmine

See also

• Responsible use
• Harmala alkaloids
• Psychedelics
• Tryptamines
• Phenethylamines
• Lysergamides