2C-P
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2C-P
The skeletal formula of 2C-P
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Chemical Nomenclature
Common names 2C-P
Substitutive name 2,5-dimethoxy-4-propylphenethylamine
Systematic name 2-(2,5-Dimethoxy-4-propylphenyl)ethanamine
Class Membership
Psychoactive class Psychedelic, Entactogen
Chemical class Phenethylamine
Routes of Administration



Oral
Dosage
WARNING: Always start with lower doses due to differences between individual body weight, tolerance, metabolism, and personal sensitivity. See responsible use section.
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.
Threshold 1 - 3 mg
Light 3 - 8 mg
Common 8 - 16 mg
Strong 16 - 25 mg
Heavy 25 mg +
Duration
Total 10 - 20 hours
Onset 1 - 3 hours
Come up 2 - 4 hours
Peak 5 - 10 hours
Offset 2 - 4 hours
After effects up to 24 hours









Summary sheet: 2C-P

2C-P (2,5-dimethoxy-4-propylphenethylamine) is a synthetically produced psychoactive drug usually sold by online research chemical vendors. The substance itself is classed as a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-x family and was first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin in 1974.

Like many 2c-x substances, this drug is a highly dose sensitive psychedelic known for its entactogenic effects, powerful yet bright visuals, and intense body load. It is often described by users as a chemical which is very similar to that of 2C-E yet distinct in its own effects.

This drug may be overly intense for those who are not already experienced with psychedelics due its often powerful effects and extremely long duration of 10 - 20 hours.

Chemistry

General formula of phenethylamine molecule.

2C-P or 2,5-dimethoxy-4-propylphenethylamine is a substituted phenethylamine featuring a phenyl ring bound to an amino (NH2) group through an ethyl chain. 2C-P contains methoxy functional groups CH3O- attached to carbons R2 and R5 and a propyl chain attached to carbon R4 of the phenyl ring. 2C-P belongs to the 2C family of phenethylamines which contain methoxy groups on the 2 and 5 positions of the benzene ring.[1]

Pharmacology

Main article: Serotonergic psychedelic

2C-P'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.

Subjective effects

The effects listed below are based upon the subjective effects index and personal experiences of PsychonautWiki contributors. The listed effects will rarely (if ever) occur all at once, but heavier dosages will increase the chances and are more likely to induce a full range of effects.

Physical effects

  • Spontaneous tactile sensations - In comparison to 2C-E or 2C-B, the "body high" of 2C-P can be considered as mild although still capable of becoming very powerful and highly physically euphoric. It is similar yet distinct from the "body high" experienced on 2C-E, 2C-B, and LSD. The sensation itself can be described as intense and will manifest itself in the form of a continuously shifting tingling sensation that travels up and down the body in spontaneous waves. This is coupled by an equally intense yet slightly uncomfortable energetic pins and needles sensation that constantly encompasses a person’s entire body as well as a slight warm glow that manifests itself much less consistently than the other two physical components. All of these are capable of becoming very physically euphoric.
  • Stimulation - In terms of its effects on the physical energy levels of the tripper 2C-P is usually considered to be very energetic and stimulating in a fashion that is quite comparable to that of 2C-B, 2C-I and other substances within the 2C-x family.
  • Increased libido - A commonly felt physical component of the 2C-P trip is the way in which it heightens and enhances sexual arousal. When experienced, this sensation is not overwhelming or out of control but simply remains something that the tripper is constantly aware of. If sexual activities of any kind are engaged in, they are found to be immensely more pleasurable beyond anything that could be possible sober with orgasm becoming difficult to reach but completely possible to obtain. When obtained, the orgasm itself is capable of temporarily increasing the effects of the drug. This is most commonly experienced as visual effects dramatically increasing in a short yet powerful burst.
  • Nausea - Mild to extreme nausea is consistently reported when consumed in moderate to high dosages and either passes once the tripper has vomited or gradually fades by itself as the peak sets in.
  • Tactile enhancement - This particular component is particularly prominent but capable of going in both pleasurable and uncomfortable directions. This can result in pleasurable tactile sensations but also enhances bodily aches and pains which one may not have previously been aware of the point of extreme discomfort.
  • Bodily control enhancement
  • Temperature regulation suppression
  • Increased heart rate
  • Increased blood pressure
  • Pupil dilation

Cognitive effects

The cognitive effects of 2C-P are described by many as both insightful and relatively normal in their thought processes even at moderate to high dosages.

The total sum of these cognitive components regardless of the setting generally includes:

Visual effects

Enhancements

Distortions

Geometry

The visual geometry that is present throughout this trip can be described as more similar in appearance to that of 4-AcO-DMT or ayahuasca than that of LSD, 2C-B or 2C-I. They can be comprehensively described as structured in their organization, organic in geometric style, intricate in complexity, large in size, fast and smooth in motion, colourful in scheme, glossy in colour, sharp in their edges and equally rounded and angular in their corners. It gives off a contradictory natural and synthetic feel that at higher dosages are significantly more likely to result in states of Level 8B visual geometry over Level 8A. There seems to be visual geometry that is distinct from 2C-E, psilocin and ayahuasca and can be described as faster moving and more intense in proportion to cognitive and physical effects than 2C-E.

Hallucinatory states

2C-P produces a full range of high level hallucinatory states in a fashion that is more consistent and reproducible than that of many other commonly used psychedelics. This holds particularly true in comparison to other substances within the phenethylamine family. These effects include:

Auditory effects

Toxicity and harm potential

Lolol.pngMain articles: Research chemicals § Toxicity and harm potential & Responsible use § Hallucinogens

The toxicity and long-term health effects of recreational 2C-P use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the exact toxic dose is unknown. This is because 2C-P is a research chemical with very little history of human usage. Anecdotal evidence from people within the psychonaut community who have tried 2C-P 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 drug.

Tolerance and addiction potential

2C-P 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 2C-P are 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). 2C-P presents cross-tolerance with all psychedelics, meaning that after the consumption of 2C-P all psychedelics will have a reduced effect.

Legal issues

Possession and sale of 2C-P is unscheduled in most countries.

  • UK: 2C-P is a Class A drug.
  • USA: 2C-P is a Schedule I drug.[2]
  • Denmark: 2C-P is added to the list of Schedule B controlled substances.[3]
  • Germany: On December 13, 2014 2C-P was added to the controlled substance act ("BtMG"), making it illegal to produce, sell or possess.[4]
  • Latvia: 2C-P is a Schedule I controlled substance.[5]

Experience reports

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

Additional experience reports can be found here:

See also

External links

References

  1. ↑ http://isomerdesign.com/PiHKAL/read.php?id=36
  2. ↑ http://www.justice.gov/ola/views-letters/112/093011-ltr-re-hr1254-synthetic-drug-control-act-2011.pdf
  3. ↑ https://www.retsinformation.dk/Forms/R0710.aspx?id=137169
  4. ↑ Achtundzwanzigste Verordnung zur Änderung betäubungsmittelrechtlicher Vorschriften (28. BtMÄndV)| http://www.buzer.de/gesetz/11392/a189949.htm
  5. ↑ Noteikumi par Latvijā kontrolējamajām narkotiskajām vielām, psihotropajām vielām un prekursoriem (2,5-Dimetoksifeniletānamīni) | http://likumi.lv/doc.php?id=121086
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