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==Pharmacology== | ==Pharmacology== | ||
Due to the lack of research regarding the substance, all discussion regarding the pharmacology of it is purely | Due to the lack of research regarding the substance, all discussion regarding the pharmacology of it is purely based upon its structure and subjective effect similarities to other [[Substituted cathinone|cathinone]]s such as [[mephedrone]] and others. Ethyl-Pentedrone most likely acts as both a [[dopamine]] and [[norepinephrine]] [[releasing agent]] or [[reuptake inhibitor]]. This allows dopamine and norepinephrine to accumulate within the brain, resulting in [[stimulation|stimulating]] and [[physical euphoria|euphoric]] effects. It is possible that it may have some serotonergic properties, as users have described some entactogenic feelings. | ||
==Subjective effects== | ==Subjective effects== | ||
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The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational Ethyl-Pentedrone use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the [[Toxicity::exact toxic dosage is unknown]]. This is because Ethyl-Pentedrone has very little history of human usage. Anecdotal evidence from people who have tried Ethyl-Pentedrone within the community suggest that there do not seem to be any acute negative health effects. | The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational Ethyl-Pentedrone use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the [[Toxicity::exact toxic dosage is unknown]]. This is because Ethyl-Pentedrone has very little history of human usage. Anecdotal evidence from people who have tried Ethyl-Pentedrone within the community suggest that there do not seem to be any acute negative health effects. | ||
It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible | It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible drug use|harm reduction practices]] when using this drug. | ||
===Tolerance and addiction potential=== | ===Tolerance and addiction potential=== | ||
As with other [[stimulant]]s, the chronic use of Ethyl-Pentedrone can be considered [[Addiction potential::moderately addictive with a high potential for abuse]] and is capable of causing psychological dependence among certain users. When addiction has developed, cravings and [[withdrawal effects]] may occur if a person suddenly stops their usage. | As with other [[stimulant]]s, the chronic use of Ethyl-Pentedrone can be considered [[Addiction potential::moderately addictive with a high potential for abuse]] and is capable of causing psychological dependence among certain users. When addiction has developed, cravings and [[withdrawal effects]] may occur if a person suddenly stops their usage. | ||
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==Legal issues== | ==Legal issues== | ||
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*'''United Kingdom''' - It is illegal to produce, supply, or import this | *'''United Kingdom''' - It is illegal to produce, supply, or import this drug under the Psychoactive Substance Act, which came into effect on May 26th, 2016.<ref>Psychoactive Substances Act 2016 (Legislation.gov.uk) | http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2016/2/contents/enacted</ref> | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||