I started taking 500 mg of Fly Agaric on August 8th to reduce chronic back pain. It didn't work overnight, but gradually over about a week, it started to make a big difference. By day 8 or 9, my back felt better than it had in months. Unfortunately, I also felt very depressed and unfocused, and my sleep was disturbed. The psychiatrist who recommended this to me said it may have a bit of a down-regulating effect that is too much for me. I stopped taking it, and three days later, my mood is fine and my back hurts again. I hope others will not encounter this crummy trade-off.

I’ve tried this stuff in lots of ways and never had anything other than good nights sleep. Not sure if not doing high enough but I’ve taken big amounts. But it does relax me very well and sleep good.