Salvia

A Mexican plant with leaves containing psychoactive chemicals that produce hallucinations when chewed or smoked

Also called:

Eclipse
Holy sage
Mexican magic mint

Quick info

How the drug works varies from person to person

How you might feel: Mild hallucinations at low doses. High doses can bring on dramatic time distortions and frightening hallucinations.; Read more about how it feels

Effects on your body: Throat and lung irritation. Dizziness and nausea. Could trigger a psychotic episode if someone is already experiencing mental health problems.; Read more about effects on your body

How long it takes to work: Instant if smoked. 5-10 minutes if chewed.; Read more about how long it takes to work

How long the effects last: About 20 minutes if smoked and up to 2 hours if chewed.; Read more about how long the effects last

Common risks: You might do something that could put you at risk when under the influence. Not known to be addictive.; Read more about the risks

Mixing drugs: Mixing drugs is always risky but some mixtures are more dangerous than others.; Read more about mixing with other drugs

How does it make you feel?

Although salvia has been around for hundreds of years, there has been very little research carried out into its effects.

Depending on dosage, experiences can vary from the fairly mild to full blown with psychedelic hallucinations.

It can provide enjoyable hallucinations.

At higher doses users can experience dramatic time distortion, vivid imagery and scary hallucinations.

Physical health risks

Taking salvia does involve risks.

Here’s what it could do to you:

Throat and lung irritation, headaches and mild irritability have been reported after using salvia.
Most physical harms resulting from using salvia occur as a result of people injuring themselves when under the influence of salvia, rather than salvia directly causing harm.

Mental health risks

There is some concern that salvia could trigger psychotic episodes, particularly in young people and people with previous history of, or a family history of, mental health problems.

Class: Psychoactive Substances

Some volatile substances are covered by the 2016 Psychoactive Substances Act, which means it’s illegal to give away or sell.
There’s no penalty for possession, unless you’re in prison.
Supply and production can get you up to 7 years in prison, an unlimited fine or both.

Like drink-driving, driving when high is dangerous and illegal. If you’re caught driving under the influence, you may receive a heavy fine, driving ban, or prison sentence.

If the police catch people supplying illegal drugs in a home, club, bar or hostel, they can potentially prosecute the landlord, club owner or any other person concerned in the management of the premises.

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Salvia

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Salvia

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