Changa (drug)
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Changa (/ˈtʃæŋɡɑː/) is a blend of N,N-Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) mixed with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). The addition of MAOIs extends the DMT experience in duration and intensity when compared with smoking DMT freebase alone.[1] Typically, extracts from DMT-containing plants are combined with a blend of different MAOI-containing herbs, such as the ayahuasca vine, and/or leaf or harmala alkaloids from Peganum harmala ("Syrian rue") to create a mix that is 25 to 50% DMT.[2][3]
Changa was named and developed by Australian Julian Palmer in 2003–2004.[4][5] From the mid-2000s, Palmer promoted the blend internationally, introducing it at festivals and gatherings across Europe, Asia, Africa and South America.[4][6] The 2008 Boom Festival in Portugal is often cited as a key moment in changa's spread beyond Australia.[4][7]
Etymology
The name "Changa" is attributed to Palmer, who has said it came to him during an ayahuasca session.[4][8]
The intended pronunciation is /ˈtʃæŋɡɑː/ (CHANG-ah), though regional variations exist.[9]