What is DMT (N-DMT)?
Matthew Perez
Updated on March 08, 2026
What is DMT (N-DMT)?
N, N-Dimethyltryptamine ( DMT or N, N-DMT) is a tryptamine molecule which occurs in many plants and animals. It can be consumed as a powerful psychedelic drug and has historically been prepared by various cultures for ritual purposes as an entheogen.
What are the side effects of DMT?
Effects include depersonalization, auditory distortions, and altered sense of time and body image. DMT can also cause a range of side effects such as hypertension, dizziness, and agitation. Long-term use exposes the user to serious effects including flashbacks, coma, and death. The drug is not thought to be addictive, and overdose potential is low.
How long does a DMT trip last?
A DMT trip is relatively short, with the peak occurring just a few minutes after smoking, and the entire experience usually lasting less than 20 minutes. Still, depending on the dose, the actual experience may feel much longer, and some people report the effects of DMT lingering for up to an hour or two after the peak.
What is Nann (DMT)?
N, N-Dimethyltryptamine, or DMT, is a drug best known for its ability to produce powerful visual hallucinations. Many regard the high from DMT as a spiritual experience.
