NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Cathine

Cathine (β-hydroxyamphetamine) is a monoamine alkaloid found in the shrub Catha edulis (khat). Closely related to ephedrine, cathinone and other phenethylamines, it may contribute to the stimulant effect of Catha edulis, although another constituent, cathinone appears to show stronger activity. Cathine is one of the optical isomers of phenylpropanolamine, an appetite suppressant and nasal decongestant which is possibly associated with an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke. Image is drawn in bkchem and GIMP. This image has been released into the public domain by the copyright holder, its copyright has expired, or it is ineligible for copyright. ... Amphetamine, also known as speed, is a synthetic drug originally studied (and still used) as an appetite suppressant. ... In biochemistry, monoamines are a group of organic compounds containing only one amino group. ... An alkaloid is a nitrogenous organic molecule that has a pharmacological effect on humans and other animals. ... A willow shrub A shrub or bush is a horticultural rather than strictly botanical category of woody plant, distinguished from a tree by its multiple stems and lower height, usually less than 6 m tall. ... Binomial name Catha edulis Khat (Catha edulis Forsk, family Celastraceae), pronounced cot and also known as qat, gat, tschat, and miraa, is a shrubby plant used for centuries in parts of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. ... Ephedrine (EPH) is a sympathomimetic amine commonly used as a decongestant. ... General Information Cathinone (β-ketoamphetamine) is a monoamine alkaloid found in the shrub Catha edulis (Khat). ... Phenethylamine is an alkaloid and monoamine. ... A stimulant is a drug which increases the activity of the sympathetic nervous system and produces a sense of euphoria or awakeness. ... General Information Cathinone (β-ketoamphetamine) is a monoamine alkaloid found in the shrub Catha edulis (Khat). ... Optical isomerism is a form of isomerism (specifically stereoisomerism) whereby the different 2 isomers are the same in every way except being non-superimposable mirror images* of each other. ... Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a drug of the phenethylamine family used in bronchial and nasal decongestants, and also as an appetite suppressant. ... Anorectics, anorexigenics or appetite suppressants, are substances which reduce the desire to eat (anorectic, from the Greek an- = not and oreg- = extend, reach). Used on a short term basis clinically to treat obesity, some appetite suppressants are also available over the counter. ... A nasal decongestant helps to remove nasal congestion (congestion in the nasal passage). ... A stroke or cerebrovascular accident (CVA) occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is suddenly interrupted by occlusion (an ischemic stroke- approximately 90%of strokes) or by hemorrhage (a hemorrhagic stroke - approximately 10% of strokes). ...

Synonyms: (+)-Norpseudoephedrine (NPSE), (alphaS)-alpha-((1S)-1-aminoethyl)-benzenemethanol

CAS number: 492-39-7 CAS registry numbers are unique numerical identifiers for chemical compounds, polymers, biological sequences and alloys. ...

The World Anti-Doping Agency's list of prohibited substances (used for the Olympic Games among other athletic events) bars cathine in concentrations of over 5 micrograms per milliliter in urine. Cathine is a Schedule III drug under the Convention on Psychotropic Substances [1] (http://www.incb.org/pdf/e/list/green.pdf). In the United States, it is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is an independent foundation created through a collective initiative led by the International Olympic Committee. ... For months before the Olympic Games, runners relay the Olympic Flame from Olympia to the opening ceremony. ... The microgram (symbol µg, sometimes mcg) is an SI unit of mass. ... The millilitre (ml or mL, also spelt milliliter) is a metric unit of volume that is equal to one thousandth of a litre. ... Urine is liquid waste excreted by the kidneys and eventually expelled from the body in a process known as urination. ... Convention on Psychotropic Substances Opened for signature February 21, 1971 at Vienna Entered into force August 16, 1976 Conditions for entry into force 40 ratifications Parties 175 The Convention on Psychotropic Substances is a United Nations treaty designed to control psychoactive drugs such as amphetamines, barbiturates and LSD. During the...

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Binomial name Catha edulis Khat (Catha edulis Forsk, family Celastraceae), pronounced cot and also known as qat, gat, tschat, and miraa, is a shrubby plant used for centuries in parts of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. ... General Information Cathinone (β-ketoamphetamine) is a monoamine alkaloid found in the shrub Catha edulis (Khat). ... Methcathinone is an addictive recreational drug that is cheap and simple to synthesize. ... Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a drug of the phenethylamine family used in bronchial and nasal decongestants, and also as an appetite suppressant. ... Phenethylamine is an alkaloid and monoamine. ...

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In Shulgins book PIHKAL (Phenethylamines I Have Known and Loved), the dosage range is listed... 2C-T-21 is a psychedelic entheogen first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin. ... 2C-T-4 or 2,5-dimethoxy-4-(i)-propylthiophenethylamine is a psychedelic entheogen presumably first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin that has some structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to the drug MDMA, and even more similarities with the drugs mescaline, 2C-B, and 2C-T-7. ... 2C-T-7 (Sulfurous Samadhi) is a psychedelic phenethylamine presumably first synthesized in 1986 by Alexander Shulgin, sometimes used as an entheogen; it has structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to the drugs Mescaline, MDMA, and 2C-B. In Shulgins book PiHKAL (Phenethylamines I Have Known and Loved), the dosage... 2C-T-8 is a psychedelic entheogen first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin. ... 3C-E is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and entheogen of the phenethylamine class of compounds. ... Amphetamine, also known as speed, is a synthetic drug originally studied (and still used) as an appetite suppressant. ... Bupropion (amfebutamone) is an antidepressant of the aminoketone class, chemically unrelated to tricyclics or SSRIs. ... General Information Cathinone (β-ketoamphetamine) is a monoamine alkaloid found in the shrub Catha edulis (Khat). ... Dimethylcathinone is a phenethylamine that is synthesized from dichloromethane, bromopropiophenone, and dimethylamine. ... DOB (or Bromo-DMA) is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine class of compounds, sometimes used as an entheogen. ... DOI or 2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodoamphetamine is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine family. ... DOM (STP) is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine class of compounds, sometimes used as an entheogen . ... Dopamine is a chemical naturally produced in the body. ... Bromo-DragonFLY is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine family. ... Ephedrine (EPH) is a sympathomimetic amine commonly used as a decongestant. ... Epinephrine (INN) or adrenaline (BAN) is a hormone and a neurotransmitter. ... Escaline is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and entheogen of the phenethylamine class of compounds. ... Fenfluramine is a drug that was part of the Fen-Phen anti-obesity (the other drug being phentermine). ... An uncommon hallucinogenic phenethylamine, closely related to MDMA. It was first synthesized by David Nichols. ... 3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine, or MDA, is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and entactogen of the phenethylamine family. ... ecstasy and religious ecstasy MDMA, most commonly known today by the street name ecstasy, is a synthetic entactogen of the phenethylamine family whose primary effect is to stimulate the brain to rapidly secrete large amounts of serotonin, causing a general sense of openness, empathy, energy, euphoria, and well-being. ... MDEA stands for 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-ethylamphetamine. ... Mescaline or 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenethylamine is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and entheogen of the phenethylamine family. ... Methamphetamine is a synthetic stimulant drug which induces a strong feeling of euphoria and is highly psychologically addictive. ... Methcathinone is an addictive recreational drug that is cheap and simple to synthesize. ... Methylphenidate or MPH, is an amphetamine-like prescription stimulant commonly used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adults. ... Norepinephrine, known as noradrenaline outside the USA, is a catecholamine and a phenethylamine with chemical formula C8H11NO3. ... Phentermine is a drug that was part of the Fen-phen anti-obesity drug, the other drug being fenfluramine. ... Salbutamol (INN) or albuterol (USAN) is a short-acting β2-adrenergic receptor agonist used for the relief of bronchospasm in conditions such as asthma and COPD. It is marketed by the Allen & Hanburys respiratory division of GlaxoSmithKline under the trade name Ventolin. ... Tyramine (4-hydroxy-phenethylamine) is a monoamine compound derived from the amino acid tyrosine. ...