5F-AB-FUPPYCA

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Synthetic cannabinoid

5F-AB-FUPPYCA
Chemical nomenclature
IUPAC name	1-(5-fluoropentyl)-N-(2-phenylpropan-2-yl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxamide
Chemical data
Chemical formula	C20H26N3O1F1

5F-AB-FUPPYCA is a synthetic cannabinoid that has been used as a designer drug. It is a potent agonist of the CB1 receptor and CB2 receptor, which are part of the endocannabinoid system.

Chemical Structure

5F-AB-FUPPYCA belongs to the class of pyrazole-based synthetic cannabinoids. Its chemical structure includes a 5-fluoropentyl chain, a pyrazole ring, and a carboxamide group. The IUPAC name for 5F-AB-FUPPYCA is 1-(5-fluoropentyl)-N-(2-phenylpropan-2-yl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxamide.

Pharmacology

As a synthetic cannabinoid, 5F-AB-FUPPYCA acts on the CB1 receptor and CB2 receptor, mimicking the effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive component of cannabis. The activation of these receptors can lead to various physiological and psychoactive effects.

Legal Status

The legal status of 5F-AB-FUPPYCA varies by country. In some jurisdictions, it may be classified as a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and lack of medical use.

Health Risks

The use of synthetic cannabinoids like 5F-AB-FUPPYCA can pose significant health risks, including tachycardia, hypertension, hallucinations, and psychosis. Due to the lack of clinical studies, the long-term effects of 5F-AB-FUPPYCA are not well understood.

See Also

• Synthetic cannabinoids
• CB1 receptor
• CB2 receptor
• Endocannabinoid system
• Designer drug