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'''4-Acetoxy-N-ethyl-N-methyltryptamine''' (also known as '''4-AcO-MET''', '''Metacetin''', and '''Azomet''') is a lesser-known novel [[Psychoactive class::psychedelic]] substance of [[Chemical class::tryptamine]] class that produces [[psilocybin mushroom|psilocybin]]-like [[psychedelic]] effects when [[routes of administration|administered]]. It is structurally related to tryptamines like [[4-AcO-DMT]], [[4-AcO-DET]], and [[4-AcO-MiPT]].  
'''4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine''' (also known as '''4-AcO-MET''', '''Metacetin''', and '''Azomet''') is a lesser-known novel [[Psychoactive class::psychedelic]] substance of [[Chemical class::tryptamine]] class. Members of this group produce [[psilocybin mushroom|psilocybin]]-like [[psychedelic]] effects when [[routes of administration|administered]]. It is structurally related to psychedelic tryptamines like [[4-AcO-DMT]], [[4-AcO-DET]], and [[4-AcO-MiPT]].  


It is closely related in structure to [[4-HO-MET]] ('''Metocin'''), for which it is theorized to act as a [[prodrug]].  
The substance is closely related in structure to [[4-HO-MET]], for which it is theorized to act as a [[prodrug]].
 
4-AcO-MET is occasionally found in pressed pills such as blue diamonds, which are sold on the streets in northern Switzerland under the name "Acomet" or "Azomet".{{citation needed}}


Very little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 4-AcO-MET, and it has little history of human usage. It is sold as a [[research chemical]] online. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction practices]] if using this substance.
Very little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 4-AcO-MET, and it has little history of human usage. It is sold as a [[research chemical]] online. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction practices]] if using this substance.
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==Pharmacology==
==Pharmacology==
{{Further|Serotonergic psychedelic}}
{{Further|Serotonergic psychedelic}}
It has been suggested that the substance is quickly hydrolyzed into the free phenolic 4-HO-MET by serum esterases, but human studies concerning the metabolic fate of this drug are lacking.{{citation needed}}
4-AcO-MET's [[psychedelic]] effects are believed to come from its efficacy at the [[Serotonin#The 5-HT system|5-HT<sub>2A</sub> receptor]] as a [[Agonist#Agonists|partial agonist]]. However, the role of these interactions and how they result in the [[psychedelic]] experience continues to remain elusive.
4-AcO-MET's [[psychedelic]] effects are believed to come from its efficacy at the [[Serotonin#The 5-HT system|5-HT<sub>2A</sub> receptor]] as a [[Agonist#Agonists|partial agonist]]. However, the role of these interactions and how they result in the [[psychedelic]] experience continues to remain elusive.


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*'''[[Effect::Sedation]]''' - 4-AcO-MET is considered by most to be relaxing, stoning and mildly sedating. Compulsive yawning often accompanies this sense of sedation.
*'''[[Effect::Sedation]]''' - 4-AcO-MET is considered by most to be relaxing, stoning and mildly sedating. Compulsive yawning often accompanies this sense of sedation. However, the sedation is often considered to be less strong than that of the related compounds [[psilocin]] and [[4-AcO-DMT]].
*'''[[Effect::Spontaneous physical sensations]]''' - The "body high" of 4-AcO-MET can be described as a pleasurable, warm, soft and all-encompassing tingling sensation. This maintains a consistent presence that steadily rises with the onset and hits its limit once the peak has been reached.
*'''[[Effect::Spontaneous physical sensations]]''' - The "body high" of 4-AcO-MET can be described as a pleasurable, warm, soft and all-encompassing tingling sensation. This maintains a consistent presence that steadily rises with the onset and hits its limit once the peak has been reached.
*'''[[Effect::Excessive yawning]]''' - This component has been observed to occur on most serotonergic psychedelics, but seems especially liable to occur on 4-substituted tryptamines.
*'''[[Effect::Changes in felt bodily form]]''' - This effect is often accompanied by a sense of warmth and usually occurs around or directly after the peak of the experience. Users can feel as if they are physically part of or conjoined with other objects in a seamless continuity. This is usually reported as feeling comfortable, tranquil and mindful, though it can also manifest in the form of bodily tension.
*'''[[Effect::Muscle contractions]]''' - The muscle contractions that can occur by 4-AcO-MET tend to be transient and benign feeling in nature, compared to many other [[tryptamines]], [[phenethylamines]] and [[lysergamides]].
*'''[[Effect::Muscle relaxation]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Excessive yawning]]''' - This effect seems to be uniquely pronounced among psilocin and related tryptamines. It can occur to a lesser degree on [[LSD]] and very rarely on psychedelic [[phenethylamines]] like [[mescaline]]. It typically occurs in conjunction with [[watery eyes]].
*'''[[Effect::Watery eyes]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Olfactory hallucination]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Pupil dilation]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Runny nose]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Increased salivation]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Teeth grinding]]''' - This component is considerably less intense when compared with substances like [[MDMA]] when it occurs.
*'''[[Effect::Nausea]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Nausea]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Pupil dilation]]'''


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{{effects/visual|
It's worth noting that this compound still produces visual effects at lower doses without any accompanying cognitive effects or "head space."
====Enhancements====
====Enhancements====
*'''[[Effect::Colour enhancement]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Colour enhancement]]'''
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*'''[[Effect::After images]]'''
*'''[[Effect::After images]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Colour shifting]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Colour shifting]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Environmental geometry]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Environmental patterning]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Scenery slicing]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Scenery slicing]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Symmetrical texture repetition]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Symmetrical texture repetition]]'''
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====[[Effect::Geometry]]====
====[[Effect::Geometry]]====
The visual geometry that is present throughout this trip can be described as somewhat similar in appearance to that of [[Psilocin]], [[4-AcO-DMT]] and [[4-HO-MiPT]] but with far stronger synthetic digital undertones reminiscent of [[LSD]] or [[2C-B]]. 4-AcO-MET can be comprehensively described through its [[Geometry#Variations|variations]] as intricate in complexity, abstract in form, equally synthetic and organic in style, structured in organization, extremely brightly lit and multicoloured in scheme, glossy in shading, sharp in edges, large in size, fast in speed, smooth in motion, angular in corners, non-immersive in depth and consistent in intensity. The visuals have a contradictory "synthetic" and "natural" feel to them which is reminiscent of both [[LSD]] and [[Psilocybin]] respectively. Higher dosages are significantly more likely to result in states of [[Effect::8A Geometry|level 8A]] visual geometry over [[8B Geometry|level 8B]].
The visual geometry presented by 4-AcO-MET is similar in appearance to that of [[psilocin]], [[4-AcO-DMT]] and [[4-HO-MiPT]] but with stronger "synthetic" digital undertones comparable to [[2C-B]]. 4-AcO-MET can be comprehensively described through its [[Geometry#Variations|variations]] as intricate in complexity, abstract in form, equally synthetic and organic in style, structured in organization, extremely brightly lit and multicolored in scheme, glossy in shading, sharp in edges, large in size, fast in speed, smooth in motion, angular in corners, non-immersive in depth and consistent in intensity. The visuals have a contradictory "synthetic" and "natural" feel to them which is reminiscent of both [[LSD]] and [[psilocybin]] respectively. Higher dosages are significantly more likely to result in states of [[Effect::8A Geometry|level 8A]] visual geometry over [[8B Geometry|level 8B]].


====Hallucinatory states====
====Hallucinatory states====
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*'''[[Effect::Transformations]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Transformations]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Internal hallucinations]]''' (''[[effect::autonomous entities]]''; ''[[effect::settings, sceneries, and landscapes]]''; ''[[effect::alterations in perspective]]'' and ''[[effect::scenarios and plots]]'') - This effect is very consistent in dark environments at appropriately high dosages. They can be comprehensively described through their [[Internal_hallucinations#Variations|variations]] as lucid in believability, interactive in style, new experiences in content, autonomous in controllability, [[Effect::geometry]]-based in style and almost exclusively of a personal, religious, spiritual, science-fiction, fantasy, surreal, nonsensical or transcendental nature in their overall theme.
*'''[[Effect::Internal hallucination]]''' (''[[effect::autonomous entities]]''; ''[[effect::settings, sceneries, and landscapes]]''; ''[[effect::perspective hallucinations]]'' and ''[[effect::scenarios and plots]]'') - This effect is very consistent in dark environments at appropriately high dosages. They can be comprehensively described through their [[Internal_hallucinations#Variations|variations]] as lucid in believability, interactive in style, new experiences in content, autonomous in controllability, [[Effect::geometry]]-based in style and almost exclusively of a personal, religious, spiritual, science-fiction, fantasy, surreal, nonsensical or transcendental nature in their overall theme.


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*'''[[Effect::Analysis enhancement]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Analysis enhancement]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Conceptual thinking]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Conceptual thinking]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Delusions]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Delusion]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Autonomous voice communication]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Autonomous voice communication]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Ego death]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Ego death]]'''
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*'''[[Effect::Auditory hallucinations|Hallucinations]]'''
*'''[[Effect::Auditory hallucinations|Hallucinations]]'''
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===Experience reports===
===Experience reports===
There are currently no anecdotal reports which describe the effects of this compound within our [[experience index]]. Additional experience reports can be found here:
Anecdotal reports which describe the effects of this compound within our [[experience index]] include:
* [https://erowid.org/experiences/subs/exp_4AcOMET.shtml Erowid Experience Vaults: 4-AcO-MET]
{{#ask: [[Category:4-AcO-MET]][[Category:Experience]]|format=ul|Columns=2}}
Additional experience reports can be found here:
 
*[https://erowid.org/experiences/subs/exp_4AcOMET.shtml Erowid Experience Vaults: 4-AcO-MET]


==Toxicity and harm potential==
==Toxicity and harm potential==
{{further|Research chemicals#Toxicity and harm potential|Responsible use #Hallucinogens}}
{{further|Research chemicals#Toxicity and harm potential|Responsible use #Hallucinogens}}
The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational 4-AcO-MET use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the exact [[Toxicity::toxic dose is unknown]]. This is because 4-AcO-MET is a [[research chemical]] with very little history of human usage. Anecdotal evidence from people within the psychonaut community who have tried 4-AcO-MET suggests that there are no negative health effects attributed to simply trying the drug by itself at low to moderate doses and using it very sparingly (but nothing can be completely guaranteed). [https://www.google.com/ Independent research] should always be done to ensure that a combination of two or more substances is safe before consumption.  
The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational 4-AcO-MET use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the exact [[Toxicity::toxic dose is unknown]]. This is because 4-AcO-MET is a [[research chemical]] with very little history of human usage.  
It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible drug use|harm reduction practices]] when using this drug.
 
Anecdotal evidence suggests that there are no negative health effects attributed to simply trying the drug by itself at low to moderate doses and using it very sparingly (but nothing can be completely guaranteed). [https://www.google.com/ Independent research] should always be done to ensure that a combination of two or more substances is safe before consumption.  
 
It is strongly recommended that one use [[responsible drug use|harm reduction practices]] when using this substance.
 
===Tolerance and addiction potential===
===Tolerance and addiction potential===
4-AcO-MET is [[Addiction potential::not habit-forming]] and the desire to use it can actually decrease with use. It is most often self-regulating.  
4-AcO-MET is [[Addiction potential::not habit-forming]] and the desire to use it can actually decrease with use. It is most often self-regulating.  


Tolerance to the effects of 4-AcO-MET are built [[Time to full tolerance::almost immediately after ingestion]]. After that, it takes about [[Time to half tolerance::3 days]] for the tolerance to be reduced to half and [[Time to zero tolerance::7 days]] to be back at baseline (in the absence of further consumption). 4-AcO-MET presents cross-tolerance with [[Cross-tolerance::all [[psychedelic]]s]], meaning that after the consumption of 4-AcO-MET all psychedelics will have a reduced effect.
Tolerance to the effects of 4-AcO-MET is built [[Time to full tolerance::almost immediately after ingestion]]. After that, it takes about [[Time to half tolerance::3 days]] for the tolerance to be reduced to half and [[Time to zero tolerance::7 days]] to be back at baseline (in the absence of further consumption). 4-AcO-MET presents cross-tolerance with [[Cross-tolerance::all [[psychedelic]]s]], meaning that after the consumption of 4-AcO-MET all psychedelics will have a reduced effect.
 
===Dangerous interactions===
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{{DangerousInteractions/Psychedelics}}


==Legal issues==
==Legal status==
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*'''United States''' - 4-AcO-MET is unscheduled in the United States. It may be considered an analogue of [[psilocin]] (''4-HO-DMT'') which is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. As such, the sale for human consumption or the use for illicit non-medical or industrial intents and purposes could be prosecuted as crimes under the Federal Analogue Act.{{citation needed}}
 
*'''United Kingdom''' - 4-AcO-MET is a Class A drug in the UK as it is an ester of the drug [[4-HO-MET]]<ref>Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (Legislation.gov.uk) | http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/38/schedule/2/part/I/paragraph/3</ref>, which is a Class A drug as a result of the tryptamine catch-all clause.<ref>Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (Legislation.gov.uk) |http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/38/schedule/2/part/I#reference-M_F_c7632653-ddad-4420-f307-e3da1e36d30e</ref>
*'''Germany''': 4-AcO-MET is controlled under the NpSG<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/npsg/anlage.html|title=Anlage NpSG|publisher=Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]|access-date=December 10, 2019|language=de}}</ref> (''New Psychoactive Substances Act'') as of July 18, 2019.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bgbl.de/xaver/bgbl/start.xav?startbk=Bundesanzeiger_BGBl&jumpTo=bgbl119s1083.pdf|title=Verordnung zur Änderung der Anlage des Neue-psychoaktive-Stoffe-Gesetzes und von Anlagen des Betäubungsmittelgesetzes|publisher=Bundesanzeiger Verlag|work=Bundesgesetzblatt Jahrgang 2019 Teil I Nr. 27|pages=1083-1094|publication-date=July 17, 2019|language=de|issn=0341-1095}}</ref> Production and import with the aim to place it on the market, administration to another person, placing it on the market and trading is punishable. Possession is illegal but not punishable.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/npsg/__4.html|title=§ 4 NpSG|publisher=Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]|access-date=December 10, 2019|language=de}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/npsg/__3.html|title=§ 3 NpSG|publisher=Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]|access-date=December 10, 2019|language=de}}</ref> The legislator considers it possible that orders of 4-AcO-MET are punishable as an incitement to place it on the market.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://dip21.bundestag.de/dip21/btd/18/085/1808579.pdf|title=Gesetzentwurf der Bundesregierung: Entwurf eines Gesetzes zur Bekämpfung der Verbreitung neuer psychoaktiver Stoffe|page=20|date=May 30, 2016|id=Drucksache 18/8579|publisher=Deutscher Bundestag|language=de}}</ref>
*'''Switzerland''': 4-AcO-MET is a controlled substance specifically named under Verzeichnis E.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.admin.ch/opc/de/classified-compilation/20101220/index.html|title=Verordnung des EDI über die Verzeichnisse der Betäubungsmittel, psychotropen Stoffe, Vorläuferstoffe und Hilfschemikalien|publisher=Bundeskanzlei [Federal Chancellery of Switzerland]|access-date=January 1, 2020|language=de}}</ref>
*'''United Kingdom''': 4-AcO-MET is a Class A drug in the UK as it is an ester of the drug [[4-HO-MET]], which is a Class A drug as a result of the tryptamine catch-all clause.<ref>{{cite web|title=Schedule 2: Part I: Class A Drugs|url=http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/38/schedule/2/part/I|work="Misuse of Drugs Act 1971"|access-date=August 20, 2020|publisher=UK Government}}</ref>
*'''United States''': 4-AcO-MET is unscheduled in the United States. It may be considered an analogue of [[psilocin]] (''4-HO-DMT'') which is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. As such, the sale for human consumption or the use for illicit non-medical or industrial intents and purposes could be prosecuted as crimes under the Federal Analogue Act.{{citation needed}}


==See also==
==See also==
*[[Responsible use]]
*[[Responsible use]]
*[[Psilocin]]
*[[Research chemicals]]
*[[Psychedelic]]
*[[Psychedelics]]
*[[Tryptamine]]
*[[Tryptamine]]
*[[4-HO-MET]]
*[[4-HO-MET]]
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==External links==
==External links==
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4-Acetoxy-MET 4-AcO-MET (Wikipedia)]
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4-Acetoxy-MET 4-AcO-MET (Wikipedia)]
*[https://isomerdesign.com/PiHKAL/explore.php?id=5532 4-AcO-MET (Isomer Design)]
*[https://isomerdesign.com/PiHKAL/explore.php?id=5532 4-AcO-MET (Isomer Design)]
*[http://www.bluelight.org/vb/threads/403781-The-Big-amp-Dandy-4-AcO-MET-Thread 4-AcO-MET (Bluelight)]
 
===Discussion===
 
*[http://www.bluelight.org/vb/threads/403781-The-Big-amp-Dandy-4-AcO-MET-Thread The Big & Dandy 4-AcO-MET Thread (Bluelight)]


==References==
==References==
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Summary sheet: 4-AcO-MET
4-AcO-MET
Chemical Nomenclature
Common names 4-AcO-MET, 4-Acetoxy-MET, Metacetin, O-Acetylmetocin
Substitutive name 4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine
Systematic name 3-(2-Ethyl(methyl)aminoethyl)-1H-indol-4-yl acetate
Class Membership
Psychoactive class Psychedelic
Chemical class Tryptamine
Routes of Administration

WARNING: Always start with lower doses due to differences between individual body weight, tolerance, metabolism, and personal sensitivity. See responsible use section.



Oral
Dosage
Threshold 5 mg
Light 10 - 20 mg
Common 20 - 30 mg
Strong 30 - 50 mg
Heavy 50 mg +
Duration
Total 4 - 6 hours
Onset 20 - 60 minutes
Come up 30 - 60 minutes
Peak 1 - 2 hours
Offset 2 hours
After effects 2 - 4 hours









DISCLAIMER: PW's dosage information is gathered from users and resources for educational purposes only. It is not a recommendation and should be verified with other sources for accuracy.

Interactions


4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine (also known as 4-AcO-MET, Metacetin, and Azomet) is a lesser-known novel psychedelic substance of tryptamine class. Members of this group produce psilocybin-like psychedelic effects when administered. It is structurally related to psychedelic tryptamines like 4-AcO-DMT, 4-AcO-DET, and 4-AcO-MiPT.

The substance is closely related in structure to 4-HO-MET, for which it is theorized to act as a prodrug.

Very little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 4-AcO-MET, and it has little history of human usage. It is sold as a research chemical online. It is highly advised to use harm reduction practices if using this substance.

Chemistry

Generic structure of a tryptamine molecule.

4-AcO-MET or 4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine is a synthetic indole alkaloid molecule of the tryptamine class. Tryptamines share a core structure comprised of a bicyclic indole heterocycle attached at R3 to an amino group via an ethyl side chain. 4-AcO-MET is substituted at R4 of its indole heterocycle with an acetoxy (AcO) functional group CH3COO−. It also contains a methyl group and an ethyl chain bound to the terminal amine RN of its tryptamine backbone (MET). 4-AcO-MET is an acetate ester analog of 4-HO-MET and the N-substituted ethyl homolog of 4-AcO-DMT.

Pharmacology

Further information: Serotonergic psychedelic

It has been suggested that the substance is quickly hydrolyzed into the free phenolic 4-HO-MET by serum esterases, but human studies concerning the metabolic fate of this drug are lacking.[citation needed]

4-AcO-MET's psychedelic effects are believed to come from its efficacy at the 5-HT2A receptor as a partial agonist. However, the role of these interactions and how they result in the psychedelic experience continues to remain elusive.

It is also hypothesized that this compound is quickly hydrolyzed into the free phenolic 4-HO-MET, although human studies concerning the metabolic fate of this drug are lacking. This would explain a somewhat similar experience in their subjective effects. This is similar to how 4-AcO-DMT is thought to be deacetylated to 4-HO-DMT during first pass metabolism and subsequent passes through the liver.

Subjective effects

Disclaimer: The effects listed below cite the Subjective Effect Index (SEI), an open research literature based on anecdotal user reports and the personal analyses of PsychonautWiki contributors. As a result, they should be viewed with a healthy degree of skepticism.

It is also worth noting that these effects will not necessarily occur in a predictable or reliable manner, although higher doses are more liable to induce the full spectrum of effects. Likewise, adverse effects become increasingly likely with higher doses and may include addiction, severe injury, or death ☠.

Physical effects

Visual effects

Cognitive effects

Experience reports

Anecdotal reports which describe the effects of this compound within our experience index include:

Additional experience reports can be found here:

Toxicity and harm potential

The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational 4-AcO-MET use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the exact toxic dose is unknown. This is because 4-AcO-MET is a research chemical with very little history of human usage.

Anecdotal evidence suggests that there are no negative health effects attributed to simply trying the drug by itself at low to moderate doses and using it very sparingly (but nothing can be completely guaranteed). Independent research should always be done to ensure that a combination of two or more substances is safe before consumption.

It is strongly recommended that one use harm reduction practices when using this substance.

Tolerance and addiction potential

4-AcO-MET is not habit-forming and the desire to use it can actually decrease with use. It is most often self-regulating.

Tolerance to the effects of 4-AcO-MET is built almost immediately after ingestion. After that, it takes about 3 days for the tolerance to be reduced to half and 7 days to be back at baseline (in the absence of further consumption). 4-AcO-MET presents cross-tolerance with [[Cross-tolerance::all psychedelics]], meaning that after the consumption of 4-AcO-MET all psychedelics will have a reduced effect.

Dangerous interactions

Warning: Many psychoactive substances that are reasonably safe to use on their own can suddenly become dangerous and even life-threatening when combined with certain other substances. The following list provides some known dangerous interactions (although it is not guaranteed to include all of them).

Always conduct independent research (e.g. Google, DuckDuckGo, PubMed) to ensure that a combination of two or more substances is safe to consume. Some of the listed interactions have been sourced from TripSit.

  • [[Wikipedia:Lithium_(medication)|DangerousInteraction::Lithium]] - Lithium is commonly prescribed for the treatment of bipolar disorder. There is a large body of anecdotal evidence that suggests taking it with psychedelics significantly increases the risk of psychosis and seizures. As a result, this combination is strictly discouraged.
  • "[[UncertainInteraction" contains a listed "[" character as part of the property label and has therefore been classified as invalid.]] - Cannabis may have an unexpectedly strong and unpredictable synergy with the effects of 4-AcO-MET. Caution is advised with this combination as it can significantly increase the risk of adverse psychological reactions like anxiety, paranoia, panic attacks, and psychosis. Users are advised to start off with only a fraction of their normal cannabis dose and take long breaks between hits to avoid unintentional overdose.
  • "[[UncertainInteraction" contains a listed "[" character as part of the property label and has therefore been classified as invalid.]] - Stimulants like amphetamine, cocaine or methylphenidate affect many parts of the brain and alter dopaminergic function. This combination can increase the risk of anxiety, paranoia, panic attacks, and thought loops. This interaction may also result in an elevated risk of mania and psychosis.[citation needed]
  • "[[UnsafeInteraction" contains a listed "[" character as part of the property label and has therefore been classified as invalid.]] - Tramadol is well-documented to lower the seizure threshold[1] and psychedelics may act to trigger seizures in susceptible individuals.[citation needed]

This legality section is a stub.

As such, it may contain incomplete or wrong information. You can help by expanding it.

  • Germany: 4-AcO-MET is controlled under the NpSG[2] (New Psychoactive Substances Act) as of July 18, 2019.[3] Production and import with the aim to place it on the market, administration to another person, placing it on the market and trading is punishable. Possession is illegal but not punishable.[4][5] The legislator considers it possible that orders of 4-AcO-MET are punishable as an incitement to place it on the market.[6]
  • Switzerland: 4-AcO-MET is a controlled substance specifically named under Verzeichnis E.[7]
  • United Kingdom: 4-AcO-MET is a Class A drug in the UK as it is an ester of the drug 4-HO-MET, which is a Class A drug as a result of the tryptamine catch-all clause.[8]
  • United States: 4-AcO-MET is unscheduled in the United States. It may be considered an analogue of psilocin (4-HO-DMT) which is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. As such, the sale for human consumption or the use for illicit non-medical or industrial intents and purposes could be prosecuted as crimes under the Federal Analogue Act.[citation needed]

See also

Discussion

References

  1. Talaie, H.; Panahandeh, R.; Fayaznouri, M. R.; Asadi, Z.; Abdollahi, M. (2009). "Dose-independent occurrence of seizure with tramadol". Journal of Medical Toxicology. 5 (2): 63–67. doi:10.1007/BF03161089. ISSN 1556-9039. 
  2. "Anlage NpSG" (in Deutsch). Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]. Retrieved December 10, 2019. 
  3. "Verordnung zur Änderung der Anlage des Neue-psychoaktive-Stoffe-Gesetzes und von Anlagen des Betäubungsmittelgesetzes" (PDF). Bundesgesetzblatt Jahrgang 2019 Teil I Nr. 27 (in Deutsch). Bundesanzeiger Verlag. July 17, 2019. pp. 1083–1094. ISSN 0341-1095. 
  4. "§ 4 NpSG" (in Deutsch). Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]. Retrieved December 10, 2019. 
  5. "§ 3 NpSG" (in Deutsch). Bundesamt für Justiz [Federal Office of Justice]. Retrieved December 10, 2019. 
  6. "Gesetzentwurf der Bundesregierung: Entwurf eines Gesetzes zur Bekämpfung der Verbreitung neuer psychoaktiver Stoffe" (PDF) (in Deutsch). Deutscher Bundestag. May 30, 2016. p. 20. Drucksache 18/8579. 
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