MDPV

Type
Psychoactive
Legal status
Class B
Legal implications
Penalty for possession: Up to five years in prison and / or an unlimited fine.
Penalty for dealing: Up to 14 years in prison and / or an unlimited fine.
Synonyms
  • 3,4-Methylenedioxypyrovalerone
Information

MDPV (Methylenedioxypyrovalerone) is structurally similar to mephedrone (4-methylmethcathinone). Synthetic cathinones are usually insufflated, and/or taken orally or in solution, but are also be taken intravenously.

Short term effects

Limited information is available on the effects of synthetic cathinones. Users often repeat dosing over short periods of time to maintain pleasurable effects. Synthetic cathinones may cause euphoria, increase alertness, intensify emotions and boost self-esteem.

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