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	'''Party Pills''', also known as '''legal highs''', '''herbal highs''', or '''synthetic drugs''', are substances used recreationally to mimic the effects of illegal drugs such as [[amphetamine]], [[MDMA]] (ecstasy), or [[cocaine]]. These substances have gained popularity for their legal status and availability over the counter in some countries or via the internet. However, the legal status of party pills ~~is subject to change as laws evolve to address the emergence of new synthetic drugs.~~		{{Short description\|An overview of party pills, focusing on BZP brands}}

	==~~Composition and Effects~~==		==Overview==
	Party pills are ~~composed~~ of ~~various chemical compounds, some of which~~ are ~~synthetic versions of naturally occurring~~ substances~~. The most common active ingredient in party pills was~~ [[~~BZP~~]] ~~(Benzylpiperazine), although its legal status has changed in many countries due to health concerns~~. ~~Other compounds frequently found in party~~ pills ~~include~~ [[~~TFMPP~~]] ~~(Trifluoromethylphenylpiperazine)~~, [[~~mephedrone~~]]~~, and a range~~ of ~~synthetic cathinones, which are similar to amphetamines~~.		[[File:Bzp brands.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Various brands of BZP-based party pills]]
			'''Party pills''' are a type of [[recreational drug]] that are often marketed as legal alternatives to illicit substances such as [[ecstasy]] or [[amphetamine]]s. These pills typically contain a variety of [[psychoactive]] substances, with [[benzylpiperazine]] (BZP) being one of the most common active ingredients.

	~~The effects of party~~ pills ~~can vary widely depending on~~ the ~~active ingredients. Generally~~, they ~~are designed~~ to ~~increase energy, enhance mood,~~ and ~~create a sense of euphoria. However, they can also lead~~ to ~~adverse~~ effects ~~such as anxiety, paranoia, increased heart rate, and in severe cases, seizures or death~~.		==History==
			Party pills gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in countries like [[New Zealand]] where they were initially sold legally. The appeal of these pills was largely due to their legal status and their ability to produce effects similar to those of illegal drugs.

	==~~Health Risks and Legal Status~~==		==Chemical Composition==
	The ~~health risks associated with~~ party pills ~~are significant~~, as ~~the safety and long-term~~ effects ~~of many of these substances are not well understood~~. ~~The lack of regulation and quality control in~~ the ~~production~~ of ~~party pills also means that~~ users ~~may consume adulterated or contaminated products~~, ~~increasing the risk of harm~~.		The primary active ingredient in many party pills is [[benzylpiperazine]] (BZP), a synthetic compound that acts as a [[stimulant]]. BZP is often combined with other substances such as [[trifluoromethylphenylpiperazine]] (TFMPP) to enhance its effects. These combinations can mimic the effects of [[MDMA]], providing users with increased energy, euphoria, and sociability.

	The ~~legal status~~ of party pills ~~varies by country~~ and ~~is subject to change as new substances emerge and are regulated~~. ~~In some jurisdictions, specific compounds found in party pills have been banned, while in others, broad legislation covers any substance that mimics the~~ effects ~~of controlled drugs.~~		==Effects==
			The effects of party pills can vary depending on the specific formulation and the individual's physiology. Common effects include:
			* Increased energy and alertness
			* Euphoria
			* Enhanced sociability
			* Increased heart rate and blood pressure

	~~==Regulation and Control==~~		However, users may also experience negative side effects such as:
	Efforts to regulate and control party pills have included banning specific substances, introducing licensing systems for retailers, and creating frameworks for the legal production and distribution of these drugs. However, ~~the rapid emergence of new synthetic compounds poses a challenge for regulators and law enforcement.~~		* Anxiety
			* Insomnia
			* Nausea
			* Headaches

	==~~See Also~~==		==Legal Status==
	* [[~~Designer~~ drug]]		The legal status of party pills varies by country. In some regions, substances like BZP have been classified as controlled drugs, making their sale and possession illegal. For example, in 2008, New Zealand reclassified BZP as a Class C controlled drug, effectively banning its sale and distribution.
	* [[~~Drug abuse~~]]
			==Health Risks==
			The use of party pills is associated with several health risks, particularly when consumed in large quantities or mixed with other substances. Potential risks include:
			* Cardiovascular issues
			* Neurological effects
			* Risk of addiction

			==Related pages==
			* [[Recreational drug use]]
			* [[Stimulant]]
	* [[Psychoactive drug]]		* [[Psychoactive drug]]
	* [[~~Synthetic cannabinoids~~]]		* [[Benzylpiperazine]]

	~~==References==~~
	~~<references/>~~

	[[Category:~~Drugs]]~~		[[Category:Recreational drugs]]
	~~[[Category:Psychoactive~~ drugs]]
	[[Category:Stimulants]]		[[Category:Stimulants]]

	~~{{Substance abuse}}~~
	~~{{Pharmacology}}~~
	~~{{medicine-stub}}~~

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'''Party Pills''', also known as '''legal highs''', '''herbal highs''', or '''synthetic drugs''', are substances used recreationally to mimic the effects of illegal drugs such as [[amphetamine]], [[MDMA]] (ecstasy), or [[cocaine]]. These substances have gained popularity for their legal status and availability over the counter in some countries or via the internet. However, the legal status of party pills is subject to change as laws evolve to address the emergence of new synthetic drugs.

==Composition and Effects==
Party pills are composed of various chemical compounds, some of which are synthetic versions of naturally occurring substances. The most common active ingredient in party pills was [[BZP]] (Benzylpiperazine), although its legal status has changed in many countries due to health concerns. Other compounds frequently found in party pills include [[TFMPP]] (Trifluoromethylphenylpiperazine), [[mephedrone]], and a range of synthetic cathinones, which are similar to amphetamines.

The effects of party pills can vary widely depending on the active ingredients. Generally, they are designed to increase energy, enhance mood, and create a sense of euphoria. However, they can also lead to adverse effects such as anxiety, paranoia, increased heart rate, and in severe cases, seizures or death.

==Health Risks and Legal Status==
The health risks associated with party pills are significant, as the safety and long-term effects of many of these substances are not well understood. The lack of regulation and quality control in the production of party pills also means that users may consume adulterated or contaminated products, increasing the risk of harm.

The legal status of party pills varies by country and is subject to change as new substances emerge and are regulated. In some jurisdictions, specific compounds found in party pills have been banned, while in others, broad legislation covers any substance that mimics the effects of controlled drugs.

==Regulation and Control==
Efforts to regulate and control party pills have included banning specific substances, introducing licensing systems for retailers, and creating frameworks for the legal production and distribution of these drugs. However, the rapid emergence of new synthetic compounds poses a challenge for regulators and law enforcement.

==See Also==
* [[Designer drug]]
* [[Drug abuse]]
* [[Psychoactive drug]]
* [[Synthetic cannabinoids]]

==References==
<references/>

[[Category:Drugs]]
[[Category:Psychoactive drugs]]
[[Category:Stimulants]]

{{Substance abuse}}
{{Pharmacology}}
{{medicine-stub}}

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