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Mephedrone
Also known as: 4MMC, Meph, M-cat, Magic, Plant Food
Similar substances: Methylone, Methedrone, Bubbles
What it looks like and how it's taken
These substances are part of the 'cathinone' group of drugs. Cathinone is a naturally occurring stimulant found in the khat plant and cathinones are a group of drugs related to amphetamine compounds like ecstasy. Cathinone derivatives such as mephedrone and MCAT come in capsules and powders and are sometimes mixed with other cathinones and caffeine. They are usually snorted or swallowed.
Immediate effects
Effects are those of a stimulant somewhat like MDMA. It may produce euphoria, alertness, talkativeness and feelings of empathy. But also anxiety and paranoid states in some.
Risks
Short term: Severe nosebleeds have been reported after snorting as well as anxiety and paranoia. There is also the risk of over-stimulating the heart and the nervous system, which would increase the chances of having a fit.
Long term: Some reports say it can be compulsive to use and create a state of psychological dependence. It has recently been made illegal in a number of countries due to growing evidence of harms, including a reported possible cause of death in Sweden in 2008.
Legal status
mephedrone and related cathinones became Class B substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 on 16 April 2010.
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Category
Stimulant.