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Dipropyltryptamine

DPT
Chemical nameN,N-Dipropyltryptamine or
3-[2-(dipropylamino)ethyl]indole
Chemical formulaC16H24N2
Molecular mass244.38 g/mol
Melting point174.5 - 178 °C
CAS number61-52-9
SMILESCCCN(CCC)CCC1=CNC2=C1C=CC=C2

Dipropyltryptamine (DPT) is a psychedelic and entheogenic hallucinogenic drug belonging to the tryptamine family. It is found either as its crystalline hydrochloride salt or as an oily or crystalline base. When smoked, the effects of DPT have an onset in minutes and a duration of less than four hours. DPT is metabolized by the enzyme monoamine oxidase. While DPT is orally active on its own, the combination with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) can increase the length and intensity of the experience.

Religious use

DPT is used as a religious sacrament by the Temple of the True Inner Light, a New York City offshoot of the Native American Church. The Temple believes DPT and other entheogens are physical manifestations of God.

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