Quick info
6-(2-aminopropyl)benzofuran belongs to the New Psychoactive Substances and is structurally related to entactogens such as MDA, MDMA, 5-APB and 5-MAPB.
The effects are comparable to those of MDA and MDMA, which include disinhibition, muscle relaxation, and emotional euphoria. The increased empathy and sociability is stronger and more consistent with the use of 6-APB than with comparable substances, but quickly levels off as tolerance increases. In addition to the stimulating effect, it also has a relaxing effect. Overall, however, it is experienced as far less stimulating than MDMA, for example, and rather leads to a pronounced "couch-locking" effect (strong sedation). Physically, there can be a strong, euphoric tingling sensation that radiates throughout the body and can lead to immobility. Increased visual perception of colors and patterns is also common.
Swallowed:
Light: 30-60 mg
Medium: 60-90 mg
Strong: 90-120 mg
Snorted (not recommended, 6-APB burns very strongly in the nose):
Light: 20-40 mg
Medium: 40-80 mg
Strong: 80-110 mg
Appearances
In powder form
Onset of effect
Swallowed: after 60-120 minutes
Snuffed: after a few minutes
Duration of action
Swallowed: 7-10 hours
Snuffed: 3-5 hours
Known side effects are similar to those of MDMA. Increased body temperature and pulse, increased sweating, dry mouth, urinary retention, teeth grinding, and transient erectile dysfunction are known side effects. The risk for sleep paralysis may be increased after consumption of 6-APB. Seizures may occur at higher doses.
Coming down is described as unpleasant, similar to MDMA. This can lead to anxiety, depressive moods and loss of appetite, among other things.
6-APB is a new psychoactive substance. To date, nothing is known about the exact mechanisms of action, toxicity and possible long-term effects. The current state of knowledge is based almost exclusively on reports from users. Due to the strong craving (irresistible and uncontrollable desire to consume), especially when sniffing or smoking the substance, there is a risk that it is taken too quickly and the side effects predominate.
Overdose
In high doses, severe hallucinations and a very uncomfortable body sensation may occur.
There is little knowledge about new psychoactive substances. When you use them, you are exposing yourself to unknown risks. Have the substance analyzed in a drug checking. If this is not possible and you still want to use, then feel your way to the desired dose with small amounts.
If you decide to use, be as informed as possible about the specific substance and the appropriate dosage - pay attention to your basic mood and the environment in which you use (set and setting), even with NPS.
Do not buy a product with a fancy name without declaring the ingredient. Legal does not mean harmless.
Inform your friends about what and how much you have consumed.
Drink enough non-alcoholic beverages and get some fresh air in between.
Accept when the effect runs out, don't add to it right away.
Refrain from mixed consumption, as interactions are dangerous and unexplored.
Take regular breaks from consumption.
People with high blood pressure, heart problems, hyperthyroidism, liver and kidney disease, or circulatory problems should not take New Psychoactive Substances.
Refrain from the use of 6-APB and other serotonin releasing substances such as MAOIs, MDMA, 4-FA, methamphetamine, methylone, 5-HTP and SSRIs/SNRIs. A life-threatening serotonin syndrome can occur!
Mixed use with 25x-NBOMe and 25x-NBOH can lead to excessive stimulation with panic attacks, seizures, mind spinning, increased blood pressure, vasoconstriction, and in severe cases can lead to heart failure.
Do not take tramadol if you use stimulants. Tramadol and stimulants can both cause strokes, which cumulates the risk.
Other potentially harmful combinations cannot be ruled out, as no scientifically based information on interactions is available.
LSD analogues are substances that are chemically very similar to LSD and can have comparable effects. Some of them have been known for a long time (e.g. ALD52, ETH-LAD, AL-LAD, PRO-LAD etc.) and have been studied pharmacologically as well as psychopharmacologically, at least in part. Others are newer "creations" (e.g. the derivatives 1P-LSD,1B-LSD, 1cP-LSD, 1V-LSDetc.), for which only few or no data are available. Certain LSD analogues can (still) be legally produced, traded and consumed in some countries, which is the main reason for their distribution.
Most LSD analogues are naturally different from LSD in their effect and/or potency (e.g. ETH-LAD, AL-LAD, LSZ etc.). In contrast, the so-called 1-acylated LSD compounds (e.g. 1P-LSD, 1V-LSD, 1B-LSD, ALD-52, etc.) are presumed, on the basis of pharmacological studies, to convert into LSD in the body (they function as so-called prodrugs) and thus have a comparable psychoactive effect to LSD.
In the case of prodrugs of LSD and LSD analogues, it has not been conclusively clarified whether, in addition to their psychoactive effect, they can produce other pharmacological effects. How potent these prodrugs are compared to the resulting substance (e.g., 1P-LSD to LSD), and to what extent a delay in onset of action occurs in each case, may be substance-dependent and cannot be generalized. Therefore, it is important to approach the dose/effect carefully to avoid overdoses.
If you or someone else needs urgent help after taking drugs or alcohol, call an ambulance on 144. Tell the emergency responders everything you know.
It could save lives.