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Psilocin
CompoundActive psychoactive metabolite of psilocybin responsible for the psychedelic effects.
Example: Every psilocybin patent strategy we've covered, including Compass Pathways' contested crystal form, is ultimately about controlling how the body produces or delivers this molecule.
What is psilocin?
The active metabolite psilocybin converts into in the body — psilocin is what actually produces the psychedelic effects, by binding to the 5-HT2A receptor.
Why does psilocybin patent strategy focus on psilocin?
Because controlling how the body produces or delivers psilocin — through crystal form, prodrug design, or delivery method — is what most psilocybin patents actually protect, including Compass Pathways' contested crystal form. See our patent-tracker coverage.