What is Mephedrone?

Not to be confused with Methedrine, Methedrone, Methadone or Methylone, Mephedrone is all over the national news as the latest greatest danger set to destroy society as we know and experience it.

Mephedrone’s allure lies in its low cost and variety of forms. Known commonly as mephedrone, it can come as a powder, pill or capsule and can be snorted, swallowed or injected. Although it is widely known to be synthesised from the cathinone compounds of the ‘khat’ plant, little is known about its toxicology or pharmacology.

Mephedrone acts very similarly to other synthetic compounds in the amphetamine family, producing a range of euphoric or empathetic responses on the one hand and another range of paranoid, anxious and irrational responses on the other.

Because of the relatively short time that Mephedrone has been available, few tests have been done, and little research has been commissioned into its long-term effects.

Mephedrone has earned a lot of media attention recently due to unsubstantiated reports that it was linked to the deaths of two young men. Calls were made for the immediate banning of the substance, which was quickly implemented. The rushed decision was derided by scientists who claimed that the ban was put in place purely because of pressure from the media and single-issue pressure groups.

Street names for Mephedrone

Mephedrone is commonly referred to with the slang terms meow (or miaow), drone, bubbles, 4-MMC and MCAT.

Symptoms of Mephedrone addiction

involuntary teeth-clenching, nausea, vision problems, chills or sweating

dilated pupils while seeming hyped up, excited and full of energy

moody, depressed, excessively tired or even violent

weight loss, anxiety, insomnia, nervousness and mood swings

difficulty concentrating on things

Treatment of Mephedrone addiction

Do you know someone who is suffering from an addiction to Mephedrone? Call us now for free help and advice on how simple and easy it can be to get free of an addiction to Mephedrone and live a happier, healthier life.

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John

John has dedicated his life to finding treatment for those with addictions and supporting their families.
A business manager for 20 years in the construction industry John’s own experience of addiction led him to found his own rehab centre group in Scotland.
John qualified as a counsellor for people with substance misuse during his time working as a therapist and manager for the foundation. He also trained as an interventionist and appeared on ITV as a consultant helping families impacted by addiction.
He has helped thousands of people in recovery and his knowledge of the rehabilitations process and the addiction experience is unparalleled.

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John

John has dedicated his life to finding treatment for those with addictions and supporting their families. A business manager for 20 years in the construction industry John’s own experience of addiction led him to found his own rehab centre group in Scotland. John qualified as a counsellor for people with substance misuse during his time working as a therapist and manager for the foundation. He also trained as an interventionist and appeared on ITV as a consultant helping families impacted by addiction. He has helped thousands of people in recovery and his knowledge of the rehabilitations process and the addiction experience is unparalleled.