4-Ethylethcathinone (hydrochloride)

Description

Substituted cathinones, including 4-methylmethcathinone (hydrochloride) and 4-methylethcathinone (hydrochloride) are psychoactive compounds commonly used as recreational drugs.^1,2 4-Ethylethcathinone is a substituted cathinone with potential for abuse. Its physiological and toxicological properties have not been characterized. This product is intended for forensic applications.

Uses

4-Ethylethcathinone hydrochloride is a synthetic stimulant substance belonging to the cathinone class and is structurally related to cathinone. 4-Ethylethcathinone hydrochloride is a releasing agent for norepinephrine-dopamine and leads to stimulant effects[1].

References

1. Schifano, F., Albanese, A., Fergus, S., et al. Mephedrone (4-methylmethcathinone; 'meow meow'): Chemical, pharmacological and clinical issues Psychopharmacology (Berl.) 214(3),593-602(2011).
2. Kikura-Hanajiri, R., Uchiyama, N., and Goda, Y. Survey of current trends in the abuse of psychotropic substances and plants in Japan Leg. Med. (Tokyo) 13(3),109-115(2011).