Mephedrone

Mephedrone  (4 methylmethcathinone)

Street name

M-Cat. Meow Meow, 4-MMC, Bounce, Bubble, Charge, Drone, MC, Meph, Miaow, White Magic, Molly

General Info

It is a stimulant drug similar to Ecstasy or Speed. It comes as a white, off-white or yellowish powder that’s usually snorted but can also be swallowed in capsules or tablets or ‘bombed’ in wraps. Users report a feeling of ‘coming up’ or of ‘rushes’ as the drug starts to take effect. Effects are similar to Amphetamines.

Effects

• Feeling alert
• A sense of calm or wellbeing
• Excitement
• Stimulation
• An elevated mood
• Being more talkative
• Effects last about an hour, but this can vary

Risks

Taking Mephedrone does involve risks – and the dangers and long-term effects are becoming clearer as more reports emerge. Here’s what we know:

• Users have reported blue or cold fingers – this is probably because Mephedrone affects the heart and the circulation.
• Some users have also had severe nosebleeds after snorting Mephedrone.
• There were six deaths involving Mephedrone reported in 2010 in England and Wales.
• Overheating has been a significant cause of deaths when other amphetamine-type drugs, such as ecstasy, have been used along with Mephedrone.
• There are increased risks to yourself if you combine Alcohol with Mephedrone or any other drug that causes a ‘high’ – including increasing the risk of death
• Cramps and muscle spasms

Class

Class  B