Dimethylone

Dimethylone

Dimethylone is a psychoactive drug of the phenethylamine, amphetamine, and cathinone chemical classes. It is structurally related to methylone, a designer drug that has been detected in products marketed as bath salts, plant food, and tablets.

Chemistry

Dimethylone is a beta-ketone analogue of methamphetamine. It is often referred to as bk-MDDMA (or beta-keto-MDDMA), and is a structural analogue of MDMA where the methylenedioxyphenyl group has been replaced with a methylenedioxybenzyl group.

Pharmacology

The pharmacology of dimethylone is not well known. However, it is suspected to act as a serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine reuptake inhibitor or releasing agent, similar to other cathinones. This means it may increase the levels of these neurotransmitters in the brain by blocking or reversing their reuptake into neurons.

Effects

The effects of dimethylone are not well studied and reports from users vary greatly. Some users report effects similar to MDMA, while others report more of a stimulant effect. These effects may include feelings of euphoria, increased sociability, mental and physical stimulation, and increased empathy. However, negative side effects can include anxiety, paranoia, and increased heart rate.

Legal Status

The legal status of dimethylone varies by country. In the United States, it is a Schedule I controlled substance. In the United Kingdom, it is a Class B drug. In Canada, it is a Schedule I drug. It is also controlled in many other countries under their laws on psychoactive substances.

See Also

• Methylone
• MDMA
• Cathinones
• Psychoactive drug