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'''2-Methylmethcathinone''' (also known as '''2-MMC''', '''Orto''' or '''Orthomephedrone''') is a novel lesser-known stimulant-entactogen substance of the [[cathinones|cathinone]] class that induces powerful euphoria and strong, energizing stimulation. It is related to other | '''2-Methylmethcathinone''' (also known as '''2-MMC''', '''Orto''' or '''Orthomephedrone''') is a novel lesser-known stimulant-entactogen substance of the [[cathinones|cathinone]] class that induces powerful euphoria and strong, energizing stimulation. It is related to other substituted cathinones like for example [[3-MMC]] or [[4-MMC]] (Mephedrone). The mechanism of action is not fully studied, but dopamine | ||
, serotonin and norepinephrine releasing activity is known to be involved. | , serotonin and norepinephrine releasing activity is known to be involved. | ||
2-MMC is shown to be more dopaminergic and less serotonergic compared to MDMA. This profile makes it more stimulating and less empathogenic, similar to that of [[Amphetamine]]. | 2-MMC is shown to be more dopaminergic and less serotonergic compared to MDMA. This profile makes it more stimulating and less empathogenic, similar to that of [[Amphetamine]]. | ||