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Mephentermine

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Mephentermine

Mephentermine was originally approved by the FDA in 1951 as a vasopressor (used to increase blood pressure) and a nasal decongestant. It’s banned in the United States, but still used in other countries. It is structurally similar to methamphetamine. It’s prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency – used by young athletes for its stimulant effect and improved physical performance.

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Other Names?

None found.

How do people get it?

Online from other countries.

How is it dangerous?

It can cause psychotic symptoms with misuse, and chronic psychosis with dependency; cardiac disorders and rhythm disturbances. It can also cause hallucinations, seizures, slow heart rate, confusion, irritability. Fatal side effects include severe heart block, cerebral (brain) hemorrhage, pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs), and fatal heart rhythm disturbances. This is not super commonly seen in the US, but Brazil and India are experiencing a huge increase in issues from this drug.

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