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N-Ethylpentedrone (NEP) sold as 3-MMC
Risk assessment
One sample declared as 3-MMC did not contain 3-MMC, but N-ethylpentedrone (NEP).
N-ethylpentedrone (also known as N-ethyl-nor-pentedrone or NEP) is a stimulant from the cathinone group. The effects of 3-MMC and N-ethylpentedrone are presumably similar due to their chemical relationship, but N-ethylpentedrone is dosed much lower than 3-MMC. In the event of misdeclaration, as in this case, there is a very high risk of overdosing during consumption and severe side effects such as overstimulation, circulatory problems and anxiety.
Users report a stimulating, euphoric and slightly entactogenic effect when consuming N-Ethylpentedrone. The side effects when coming down are described by users as unpleasant. The following side effects were also reported: Headaches, anxiety, irritability, depression, drive/motivation difficulties and bouts of weakness. In addition, it must be assumed that the consumption of N-ethylpentedrone can trigger a strong desire for further consumption (craving). There is hardly any reliable information on dosage, side effects, toxicity and long-term consequences.
In addition, due to the lack of scientific studies on N-ethylpenetrone, we advise against consumption! False declarations are often made for powders and crystalline samples; it is therefore essential to have these tested before consumption.
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Safer Use
Analysis
Have your substances tested in a Drug Checking
Testing
If you do not have the possibility to have substances analysed, always test a small amount to avoid overdoses.
Wait and see
Wait 2 hours after oral intake, as there are always powders / crystals in circulation with unexpected active ingredients, which can have a later onset of action.
Utensils
When snorting or injecting powders, always use your own equipment to avoid infecting yourself or others with diseases.
Disclaimer
If you are in possession of a substance that does not appear on this page, this in no way means that it contains the expected ingredient or that it should be safe. The warnings we publish only refer to the substances listed in our Drug Checking offers, these substances pose a high risk of consumption and should not be consumed. A substance may have the same visual appearance (shape, size, colour, etc.) and yet have different ingredients or a different composition. There is no drug use without risk! Only a complete renunciation of drugs is risk-free! If you still decide to use drugs, you should at least follow the safer use rules.
