N-Ethylheptylone
N-Ethylheptylone is a psychoactive stimulant and entactogen drug of the cathinone class. It is chemically similar to MDMA, but with a longer duration of effects and a higher toxicity. N-Ethylheptylone is also known as ephylone or bk-EBDP, and is often sold as a designer drug in "bath salts" or "plant food."
Chemistry[edit | edit source]
N-Ethylheptylone is a beta-ketone analogue of MDMA. The core structure of the molecule is a phenethylamine, with an ethyl group attached to the nitrogen atom, and a heptyl chain attached to the alpha carbon. The beta-ketone is a characteristic feature of the cathinone class of drugs.
Pharmacology[edit | edit source]
The pharmacology of N-Ethylheptylone is not well-studied. However, it is believed to act as a serotonin-norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (SNDRI), similar to other cathinones. This means it increases the levels of these neurotransmitters in the brain by blocking their reuptake into neurons. This leads to feelings of euphoria, increased energy, and enhanced empathy and sociability.
Effects[edit | edit source]
The effects of N-Ethylheptylone can vary widely depending on the dose, the user's individual physiology, and the purity of the drug. Common effects include euphoria, increased energy, enhanced empathy and sociability, and increased sensory perception. However, negative side effects can include anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, and potentially dangerous increases in heart rate and blood pressure.
Legal Status[edit | edit source]
The legal status of N-Ethylheptylone varies by country. In the United States, it is a Schedule I controlled substance, meaning it is illegal to manufacture, distribute, or possess. In the United Kingdom, it is a Class B drug. In Australia, it is a Schedule 9 prohibited substance.
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