What is another word for lysergic acid?
Pronunciation: [la͡ɪsˈɜːd͡ʒɪk ˈasɪd] (IPA) 
Lysergic acid is a chemical compound commonly used in pharmaceuticals and drug synthesis. It is also known as D-lysergic acid, as the molecule is chiral and can exist in both left and right-handed forms. Fungacid, lysergide, and 9,10-didehydro-6-methylergoline-8beta-carboxylic acid are all synonyms for lysergic acid. Lysergide is commonly used as a recreational psychedelic drug and is known as LSD or acid. The compound is derived from the ergot fungus, found on grains and grasses, and is structurally similar to the neurotransmitter serotonin. Despite its notoriety for recreational use, lysergic acid and its derivatives have shown promise in the treatment of various medical conditions like migraines, cluster headaches, and anxiety disorders.
