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Arecoline

Arecoline is a naturally occurring alkaloid from the Areca palm that primarily acts as a muscarinic and nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist. It possesses stimulating and mildly psychoactive effects, which are mainly attributed to cholinergic mechanisms. Arecoline is traditionally used in betel chewing and can be addictive as well as promote health risks such as oral cancer. The substance exhibits a complex pharmacological effect with potential neurotoxic effects with chronic use.

Stimulanzien

Mechanism of Action

  • muscarinic receptor agonist
  • nicotinic receptor agonist

Names / Identifiers

IUPAC: Arecoline

Mechanism of Action

Arecoline wirkt als Agonist an muskarinischen Acetylcholinrezeptoren, was zu einer erhöhten cholinergen Aktivität im zentralen Nervensystem führt.

Effects

stimulierend
psychoaktiv
appetitanregend
kognitionsfördernd
muskelrelaxierend
neurotoxisch
abhängigkeitserzeugend

Effects described from scientific sources. Individual experiences vary.

Dosage

Safety NoteIndividual variation, start at a low dose, no medical advice.

Individual sensitivity varies. Not a dosage recommendation.

Duration

Peak1-2 hours
NotesDuration may vary depending on individual sensitivity.
Onset30-60 minutes
Total4-6 hours
After Effects2-4 hours

Risks & Warnings

Warnings

  • Not recommended for cardiovascular diseases.

Known Risks

  • medium
  • Mögliche Nebenwirkungen umfassen Übelkeit, Schwindel und erhöhte Herzfrequenz.

Safer Use

  • Start at a low dose.
  • Be aware of possible interactions with other substances.

Harm reduction tips do not replace medical advice.

Known Interactions

  • May interact with other cholinergic substances.

This list is not exhaustive. Interactions can have unpredictable effects.

Legal Status

ATnicht reguliert, aber gesundheitliche Risiken bekannt
CHnicht reguliert, aber gesundheitliche Risiken bekannt
DEnicht reguliert, aber gesundheitliche Risiken bekannt
USnicht reguliert, aber gesundheitliche Risiken bekannt
NotesDie rechtliche Lage kann je nach Bundesstaat variieren.

Not legal advice. Status may change.