Methallylescaline

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Methallylescaline (also known as 4-methallyloxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine) is a lesser-known psychedelic drug. It is a phenethylamine in the escaline family. Methallylescaline was first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin. In his book PiHKAL (Phenethylamines I Have Known And Loved), the dosage range is listed as 40-60 mg, and the duration is listed as 10-15 hours.

Chemistry[edit]

Methallylescaline, or 4-methallyloxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine, is a synthetic alkaloid of the phenethylamine class. It is structurally related to other phenethylamine psychedelics such as mescaline and escaline. The full name of the chemical is 2-(4-methallyloxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanamine.

Pharmacology[edit]

The exact mechanism of action of methallylescaline is not known. However, like other phenethylamines, it is believed to act primarily as a 5-HT2A receptor agonist. This receptor is involved in the serotonin system, which is known to play a key role in the psychedelic experience.

Effects[edit]

The effects of methallylescaline are reported to be similar to those of other psychedelic phenethylamines, and include hallucinations, altered thinking processes, and a heightened sense of awareness. The experience can vary greatly depending on the individual, the dose taken, and the setting in which it is used.

Legal Status[edit]

The legal status of methallylescaline varies by country. In the United States, it is not specifically listed as a controlled substance, but it could potentially be considered an analog of a controlled substance under the Federal Analogue Act.

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