Flualprazolam

Flualprazolam is a novel psychoactive substance of the benzodiazepine class. It is a derivative of alprazolam, a commonly prescribed medication used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. Flualprazolam is not currently approved for medical use in any country, but it is often sold online as a designer drug.

Chemistry

Flualprazolam is a triazolobenzodiazepine, which is a class of benzodiazepines fused with a triazole ring. It is structurally related to alprazolam, differing only by the addition of a fluorine atom on the phenyl ring at the 2' position.

Pharmacology

Like other benzodiazepines, flualprazolam acts as a positive allosteric modulator of the GABA_A receptor, enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA. This results in sedative, anxiolytic, muscle relaxant, and amnesic effects. However, the exact pharmacological profile of flualprazolam is not well-studied, and its potency relative to other benzodiazepines is not definitively known.

Effects

The effects of flualprazolam are similar to those of other benzodiazepines and can include sedation, anxiety reduction, disinhibition, muscle relaxation, and euphoria. However, these effects are not guaranteed and can vary greatly depending on the individual and the dose taken.

Risks

As with other benzodiazepines, there are significant risks associated with the use of flualprazolam. These include dependence, withdrawal, and the potential for overdose, especially when combined with other depressants such as alcohol or opioids. The lack of research on flualprazolam also means that there may be unknown risks associated with its use.

Legal Status

The legal status of flualprazolam varies by country. In some countries, it is classified as a controlled substance, while in others it is legal to possess and sell.

See Also

• Benzodiazepine
• Alprazolam
• Designer drug
• GABA_A receptor