Screening

When considering treatment, you must first go through a screening process. You will need to:

Requirements for Treatment

The recuperation is gradual. A day or two in bed may be required before gaining strength and full mobility. Be sure your body will be strong enough to tolerate the treatment.

Requested medical reports are to be completed in advance for a proper outline of health. Abnormal, irregular, or falsified tests pose serious threats with the Ibogaine. If needed, EKG, blood work and liver panel have to be done prior to arrival in Mexico.

A compromised cardiovascular system, pulmonary thrombosis, untreated high blood pressure, varicose or damaged veins, skin abscesses, or other blood clotting problems increase the risk of blood clots moving to your heart with Ibogaine. Documented side effects of bradycardia (lowering of the blood pressure and pulse) will be monitored. Be informed that these conditions directly affect your health and well-being.

Medical History

Prior to treatment we require that you fill out an application (see the link above) providing a medical history and mental health assessment. Return the application form quickly so that we will have sufficient time for assessment and to let you know if another provider would be better suited or if you are ill advised for Ibogaine treatment.

Please answer all questions as candidly as possible, paying special attention to medical and substance use profiles. Keep in mind that most, if not all, of the Ibogaine related complications or deaths have occurred because of heart problems, inaccurate reporting of dosages, and/or use of opiates during or immediately after treatment.

Mental Health

We need to know your mental health history. We do not exclude those with pre-existing psychological disorders; however, those with psychotic and schizophrenic disorders need to be evaluated, and we must be informed of any medications you are currently taking.

Intake

After you arrive we will want to get to know you and discuss in more depth your intentions and to establish with you a schedule and protocol. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer (see link above) and we will check your weight, pulse and blood pressure. We will establish your food and session timing. Your well being is our primary concern.

Exclusions

We will not treat anyone with the following conditions:

  • Active infections including ulcers, pneumonia, or skin abscesses
  • History of blood clots or coagulation abnormalities
  • Cancer
  • Cerebella dysfunction
  • Chronic fainting
  • Uncontrolled diabetes
  • Emphysema
  • Epilepsy
  • Crohn's Disease or Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Gastric ulcer
  • Heart disease, heart murmurs, or heart arrhythmias
  • Obesity
  • Un-medicated high blood pressure
  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease, including hepatitis with liver enzymes over four times normal
  • Pregnancy
  • Serious psychiatric disorders
  • Stroke

Pre-treatment Protocols

  1. All medications that you are taking must be listed on the application so that we can help you taper off any that are contra-indicated with Ibogaine. There are some cross contradictions with certain psychiatric and QT prolonging medications. Common medications like anti-depressants will need to be tapered down a week prior, with no dosages for two days prior to treatment. Clients can resume their normal prescribed medication 48 hours after treatment.
  2. In the days leading up to your treatment it is a good idea to modify your diet. Whenever possible avoid fried, fatty, salty, or overly processed foods, especially pork or refined sugars and carbohydrates. Instead eat lots of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fish, and chicken. For five to seven days before your treatment it is advisable to take one each of B-12 capsule, 3000 mg of Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium and calcium supplements daily. Avoid grapefruit and tonic water (it contains quinine.) These have an effect on QT prolongation, an abnormal heart beat, which has caused problems during Ibogaine treatments.
  3. Hydrate the day before. Drink lots of juice or an electrolyte drink such as Gatorade. You will want to reduce your ingestion of liquids as we approach the treatment time (approx. 4 hours before) because it will be difficult to get up and use the bathroom during the initial phases of the session.
  4. On the day of your treatment, eat lightly in the morning or not at all. Your stomach must be empty for the medicine to work most effectively. Before we begin it is good to eat a bit of papaya to aid in the absorption of the medicine.
  5. Set a clear intention, and try to sit with it the day of the treatment. This shouldn't be thought of as a roadmap or something to hang expectations on, but as a way to get centered or primed for the Ibogaine.
  6. We recommend a warm shower or bath before you begin. You will want to be clean in preparation for your hours in bed.