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Midomafetamine

Generic Name
Midomafetamine
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C11H15NO2
CAS Number
42542-10-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
KE1SEN21RM
Background

An N-substituted amphetamine analog. It is a widely abused drug classified as a hallucinogen and causes marked, long-lasting changes in brain serotonergic systems. It is commonly referred to as MDMA or ecstasy. It is a widely abused drug classified as a hallucinogen and causes marked, long-lasting changes in brain serotonergic systems.

Indication

Clinical trials are now testing the therapeutic potential of MDMA for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety associated with terminal cancer. MDMA is one of the four most widely used illicit drugs in the U.S.

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
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