Para-Iodoamphetamine
Para-Iodoamphetamine
Para-Iodoamphetamine (PIA), pronounced /ˌpærə.aɪˌoʊdoʊæmˈfɛtəmiːn/, is a psychoactive drug and research chemical of the phenethylamine and amphetamine chemical classes. It acts as a serotonin releasing agent and is also a potent monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).
Etymology
The term "Para-Iodoamphetamine" is derived from its chemical structure. The "para-" prefix refers to the position of the iodine atom on the phenethylamine core, and "amphetamine" refers to its basic chemical structure, being a derivative of phenethylamine.
Pharmacology
Para-Iodoamphetamine is a potent serotonin releasing agent, which means it increases the level of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, sleep, and other functions. PIA is also a potent monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), which means it inhibits the action of monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that breaks down serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain.
Related Terms
- Phenethylamine: A basic chemical structure found in a variety of psychoactive drugs, including amphetamines and hallucinogens.
- Amphetamine: A potent central nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and obesity.
- Serotonin: A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, sleep, and other functions.
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI): A type of drug that inhibits the action of monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that breaks down serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Para-Iodoamphetamine
- Wikipedia's article - Para-Iodoamphetamine
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