Cathinone
Cathinone
Cathinone (/kæˈθiːnoʊn/), also known as benzoylethanamine or β-keto-amphetamine, is a naturally occurring stimulant found in the Khat plant. It is chemically similar to ephedrine, cathine, methcathinone, and other amphetamines.
Etymology
The term "Cathinone" derives from "Cathine", which is itself derived from "Catha", the Latin name for the Khat plant. The suffix "-one" signifies that it contains a ketone functional group.
Pharmacology
Cathinone is a monoamine alkaloid and a psychoactive drug. It acts as a releasing agent of serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. This leads to higher concentrations of these three neurotransmitters in the brain. It is an amphetamine analogue, however, its use is largely limited due to its potential for misuse.
Related Terms
- Amphetamine: A potent central nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and obesity.
- Ephedrine: A medication and stimulant used to prevent low blood pressure during spinal anesthesia.
- Khat: A flowering plant native to Ethiopia and Yemen, Khat contains the alkaloid cathinone.
- Methcathinone: A synthetic stimulant drug which is a derivative of cathinone.
- Psychoactive drug: A chemical substance that changes brain function and results in alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behavior.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cathinone
- Wikipedia's article - Cathinone
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