Synthetic cathinones are stimulants, meaning that they speed up the messages between the brain and the body and have similar effects to amphetamines. Synthetic cathinones are also part of a group of drugs known as New Psychoactive Substances (NPS). NPSs are a range of drugs that first appeared on the recreational drug market in the mid 2000s, that have been designed to mimic established illicit drugs, such as cannabis, cocaine, ecstasy and LSD.
Increase the risk of cardiovascular (heart) problems and substance-induced psychosis
Nausea and vomiting.
There is no safe level of drug use. Use of any drug always carries risk.
The effects of combining Synthetic Cathinones with other drugs including over-the-counter or prescribed medications can be unpredictable and dangerous.