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    BETA - METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE (BMPEA)

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    1-Amino-2-Phenylpropane, 1-Phenyl-1-Methyl-2-Aminoethane, 2-Aminoisopropylbenzene, 2-Phenyl-1-Propanamin, 2-Phenyl-1-Propanamine, 2-Phenylpropan-1-amine, 2-Phenylpropylamine, Alpha-Benzylethylamine, ß-Me-PEA, ß-Methylphenethylamine, Be...
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    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Overview
    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Uses
    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Side Effects
    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Interactions
    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Dosing
    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Overview Information

    Beta-methylphenethylamine (BMPEA) is a stimulant chemical that is made in the lab. It's similar to amphetamine and may be illegally included in some supplements.

    BMPEA might increase blood pressure, heart rate, and also stimulate the brain. Because of this, it's often added to products for weight loss and athletic performance.

    People use BMPEA for obesity, athletic performance, memory, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

    According to the US FDA, BMPEA does not meet the definition of a dietary supplement. But it is still found in some supplement products. Many of these supplements list Acacia rigidula on the product label. But many of these products do not contain Acacia rigidula, and if they do, BMPEA that was made in a lab has been added as well. BMPEA is also banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) for use during competitive sports.

    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Uses & Effectiveness What is this?

    We currently have no information for BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Uses & Effectiveness

    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Side Effects & Safety

    When taken by mouth: BMPEA is possibly unsafe. It has stimulant effects that might cause serious heart-related side effects, such as stroke and heart attack.

    Special Precautions & Warnings:

    Pregnancy and breast-feeding: BMPEA is possibly unsafe to take by mouth. It has stimulant effects that might cause serious side effects, such as stroke and heart attack.

    High blood pressure: BMPEA has stimulant effects. It can increase blood pressure. Taking BMPEA might make high blood pressure worse.

    Surgery: BMPEA has stimulant effects. It can increase blood pressure and heart rate. Taking BMPEA might interfere with surgery by increasing blood pressure and heart rate. Stop taking BMPEA at least 2 weeks before surgery.

    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Interactions What is this?

    Moderate Interaction Be cautious with this combination

    • Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) substrates) interacts with BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE (BMPEA)

      Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. BMPEA might change how quickly the liver breaks down these medications. This could change the effects and side effects of these medications.

    • Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates) interacts with BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE (BMPEA)

      Some medications are changed and broken down by the liver. BMPEA might change how quickly the liver breaks down these medications. This could change the effects and side effects of these medications.

    • Stimulant Drugs interacts with BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE (BMPEA)

      Stimulants, such as amphetamines and cocaine, speed up the nervous system. By speeding up the nervous system, stimulant medications can increase blood pressure and speed up the heartbeat. BMPEA also has stimulant effects. Taking BMPEA along with stimulant drugs might cause serious problems including increased heart rate and high blood pressure.


    BETA-METHYLPHENETHYLAMINE BMPEA Dosing

    BMPEA has stimulant effects similar to amphetamine. Dietary supplements that contain BMPEA usually list Acacia rigidula on the product label. But many of these products do not contain Acacia rigidula, and if they do, BMPEA that was made in a lab has been added as well. Avoid products with BMPEA or Acacia rigidula on the label.

    Dietary supplements that contain BMPEA are considered misbranded by the US FDA. BMPEA is also banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) for use during competitive sports.

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