Research Chemical (RC) Use
- Pharmacological Studies: Occasionally used in preclinical research to study NMDA receptor antagonism or dissociative mechanisms, though published peer-reviewed studies are very limited.
- Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) research: It helps scientists understand how small changes (e.g., fluorination) affect the pharmacology of arylcyclohexylamines.
💊 2. Recreational Use
- Used for its dissociative, anesthetic, and hallucinogenic effects.
- Anecdotally reported to be longer-lasting and less euphoric than ketamine.
- Often compared to ketamine, with differences in onset, potency, and side effects.
⚠️ Risks & Safety Concerns
- Little to no clinical data exists about its safety, metabolism, or long-term effects.
- Toxicity is unknown; it may pose risks to the kidneys, bladder, and liver, similar to ketamine or worse.
- Psychological effects can include confusion, dissociation, memory loss, and psychosis.
- Potential for dependence, tolerance, and addiction.
🔍 Legal Status
- Varies by country. In some jurisdictions, it may be covered under analog or blanket psychoactive substance laws.
- Unregulated in others, which is why it’s sold online in gray markets as a “research chemical.”
Summary Table
Aspect | Detail |
---|---|
Class | Arylcyclohexylamine |
Related to | Ketamine, DCK |
Mechanism | NMDA receptor antagonist (presumed) |
Use | Recreational, Research (unofficial) |
Status | Not approved medically; RC |
Risks | Unknown toxicity, dissociation, bladder damage, dependency |

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