Choosing a provider

How to choose an ibogaine treatment center

Ibogaine treatment centers vary enormously in medical standards, staff and aftercare. The right questions will tell you most of what you need to know. Here is what to ask, what to watch for, and how we can help you compare.

Medical clinic or retreat?

Some ibogaine providers operate as medical clinics, with physicians, nurses and heart monitoring. Others run retreat-style programs focused on ceremony and personal growth. For anyone with substance use, health conditions or current medications, medical supervision is essential, whatever the setting.

10 questions to ask any ibogaine treatment center

Do you require an EKG, bloodwork and a full medication review before treatment?
Is a physician involved in my care, and who is on site during treatment?
Will my heart be monitored continuously during treatment, and by whom?
Are your staff trained in advanced cardiac life support, and do you have a defibrillator?
What is your emergency plan, and how far away is the nearest hospital?
How will you manage my current opioid, methadone or buprenorphine use before treatment?
Who would you turn away, and why?
What exactly is included in the price, and how long will I stay?
What aftercare do you provide or recommend?
Can I speak with former clients, and how do you handle complaints?

Red flags

No medical screening, or screening you can skip
Offers to ship ibogaine to you, or to treat you at home
No physician involvement or heart monitoring
Pressure to book quickly or pay in full immediately
Promises of a “cure” or guaranteed results
Vague answers about emergencies or hospital transfer

Where are ibogaine treatment centers?

Because ibogaine is a Schedule I substance in the US, most people travel abroad for treatment. Mexico has many clinics, and others operate elsewhere. Location matters less than medical standards, honesty and aftercare.

Let us help you compare

We know this field from the inside. Ibogaine Support Line is run by a small group of clinic operators, so we know what good care looks like and what to avoid. We’ll tell you if an option we suggest is affiliated with us, and we’re glad to point you to another provider when that fits you better.

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