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    4-METHYLAMINOREX molecular structure

    4-METHYLAMINOREX Stats & Data

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    MW176.22
    FormulaC10H12N2O
    CAS3568-94-3
    IUPAC4-Methyl-5-phenyl-4,5-dihydro-1,3-oxazol-2-amine
    SMILESNC1=NC(C)C(O1)c1ccccc1
    InChIKeyLJQBMYDFWFGESC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
    Phenethylamines; 2020/1. Von 2-Phenethylamin abgeleitete Verbindungen; 2021/1. Von 2-Phenethylamin abgeleitete Verbindungen; 2022/1. Von 2-Phenethylamin abgeleitete Verbindungen
    Psychoactive Class Stimulant
    Half-Life Approx. 10–19 h (human user compilations; stereoisomer-specific PK data from animals suggest variability)

    Pharmacology

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    Tolerance & Pharmacokinetics

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    Half-Life
    Approx. 10–19 h (human user compilations; stereoisomer-specific PK data from animals suggest variability)
    Addiction Potential
    High: potent reinforcement and long duration promote binge patterns; stimulant class studies in primates show self‑administration, indicating abuse liability comparable to other psychostimulants.

    Tolerance Decay

    Full tolerance 2d Half tolerance 7d Baseline ~14d

    Quantitative tolerance kinetics are not formally characterized in humans; estimates reflect typical stimulant patterns and community observations (tolerance builds over multi‑day binges and partially resolves over 1–3 weeks). Avoid consecutive‑day use to reduce bingeing and sleep deprivation.

    Cross-Tolerances

    Amphetamine-like stimulants (e.g., amphetamine, methamphetamine)
    50% ●○○
    Other aminorex analogues (e.g., 4,4′‑DMAR)
    60% ●○○

    Experience Report Analysis

    Erowid
    12 Reports
    1995–2015 Date Range
    2 With Age Data
    7 Effects Detected

    Demographics

    Gender Distribution

    Age Distribution

    Reports Over Time

    Effect Analysis

    Erowid

    Effects aggregated from 12 experience reports (12 Erowid)

    12 Reports
    7 Effects Detected
    4 Positive
    2 Adverse
    1 Neutral

    Effect Sentiment Distribution

    Confidence Distribution

    Positive Effects 4

    Euphoria 75.0% 70%
    Stimulation 50.0% 70%
    Empathy 25.0% 70%
    Creativity Enhancement 25.0% 70%

    Adverse Effects 2

    Jaw Clenching 33.3% 70%
    Anxiety 25.0% 70%

    Form / Preparation

    Most common forms and preparations reported

    Redose Patterns

    Redosing behavior across 11 reports

    9.1% Redosed
    1.1 Avg Doses

    Harm Reduction

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    4‑Methylaminorex is active in low milligram doses; use a 0.001 g scale and avoid eyeballing to prevent inadvertent overdose. The drug’s long and variable duration means redosing can cause stacking, markedly prolonging insomnia and cardiovascular strain; spacing doses by many hours and setting a pre‑planned maximum total are protective. Smoking or rapid-onset routes produce strong urges to redose; pre‑measuring total session amounts and keeping ambient temperature cool reduces binge and hyperthermia risk. Aminorex (the parent drug) was linked to pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), and a CHEST case series described PAH in people exposed to 4‑methylaminorex; recurrent/high‑dose use may increase PAH risk—seek evaluation for unexplained exertional dyspnea, chest pain, or syncope. MAOIs are contraindicated: combining with sympathomimetic stimulants can precipitate hypertensive crises; do not combine with linezolid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline, or moclobemide. Animal studies show convulsions at high doses and robust dopamine release; avoid co‑administration with tramadol or high‑dose bupropion and in those with seizure history. Combining with MDMA/cathinones or other stimulants increases risks of hyperthermia, rhabdomyolysis, arrhythmia, and serotonin toxicity; stay cool, rest, and hydrate modestly (e.g., 250–500 mL/h in heat, not exceeding ~500–750 mL/h for prolonged periods). Due to look‑alike aminorex analogues (e.g., 4,4′‑DMAR) implicated in fatalities and mis‑sold products, use a trusted drug checking service when possible and avoid unknown pressed tablets. Insufflation irritates nasal mucosa; rotate nostrils, use isotonic saline, and allow tissue recovery days. Prolonged wakefulness raises psychosis risk; prioritize sleep after effects subside, using non‑alcoholic, non‑sedative sleep hygiene measures first; seek medical care for chest pain, severe headache, overheating, or confusion.

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