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Mephedrone

Slang names

Drone, Meow Meow, 4-MMC, White Magic, M-CAT, Bubble

Short

Mephedrone or 4-MMC (4-methylmethcathinone) produces a strong stimulant effect. The drug belongs to the synthetic cathinones, a subset of amphetamines. Mephedrone is mainly sold as a white crystal or powder but is also available in capsules. The effect is strongly uplifting with mind-altering effects, often described as a mix of MDMA and cocaine. Others compare it to 3-MMC but with heightened euphoric effects. Mephedrone often produces a “nagging” hangover, similar to an ecstasy dip. After use, there may be a strong urge to use again.

 

Delivery method

Swallowing (pill/bomb), snorting, booty bumping, slamming.

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Physical effects

Dependent on dosage, frequency and duration of use.

  • Increased blood pressure, heart rate and body temperature, energy, body tingling, body sensitivity,

  • Reduced physical limits and pain threshold.

Psychological and sexual effects

Dependent on dosage, frequency, duration and context of use.

  • Psychological:
    • Increased empathy, talkativeness, speed of thought, euphoria, self-confidence, and feelings of connectedness and openness,
    • Lowered inhibitions and lowered sense of time.
  • Sexual:

    • Reduced sexual inhibitions,

    • Increased sexual desire and arousal,

    • Delay and prolongation of orgasm.

Acute risks

Dependent on dosage, frequency, duration and context of use.

  • Physical: Overheating, excessive sweating, headache, teeth grinding, extremely elevated blood pressure, long-lasting accelerated heart rate, palpitations, nausea, dizziness, chest pain, blurred vision, blue and cold limbs, nosebleeds (snorting), erectile dysfunction, cardiac arrhythmia, epileptic seizures, oxygen deficiency in the brain.
  • Psychological: Aggressiveness, loss of control, concentration problems, listlessness, gloominess, irritability, insomnia, depressive feelings, hallucinations, paranoia and anxiety, strong cravings.

Short- and long-term risks

Dependent on duration and intensity of use.

Strong mental dependence, increased risk of brain damage, depression, psychosis and severe weight loss.

 

Tips for use

  • Have your mephedrone tested freely and anonymously at a testing service near you.
  • Make sure you are fit and mentally stable when using. Mephedrone depletes your mental and physical reserves.
  • Eat a healthy diet and take plenty of antioxidants. Stimulants such as mephedrone cause increased oxidative stress, causing brain cells to experience continuous stress. Antioxidants reduce this effect. Take supplements with antioxidants and vitamins before and after use.
  • Mephedrone suppresses the feeling of hunger. Try to eat small portions regularly, preferably with enough salt, a yoghurt drink, a protein shake or a smoothie.
  • Drink water regularly. One glass per hour is sufficient.
  • Pay attention to your body temperature and avoid overheating. Find somewhere to cool down now and then.
  • Do not use mephedrone in traffic, as it impairs your reflexes.
  • There is still very little known about the long-term effects and risks. Be aware that you are your own guinea pig.
  • Always start with a low dose. Wait at least an hour and a half before taking more.
  • Avoid combining with other uppers such as ecstasy, crystal meth, speed, cocaine or 3-MMC.
  • Mephedrone increases blood pressure. Avoid using mephedrone if you have cardiovascular problems.
  • Do not use during pregnancy. Mephedrone is harmful to your unborn child.
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