Flakka
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Alpha-PVP is a synthetic mimicking cathinone (amphetamine-like stimulant found in the khat plant) and creates feelings of euphoria, a heightened sense of awareness, energy and stimulation. In some people it produces a catatonic-like state. Flakka is crystalline and looks like little rocks. Users report similar experience to methamphetamine.
Methods of Use
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Snorting
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Smoking
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Injecting
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Vaporized
Adverse Effects
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Extreme agitation
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Delirious thoughts
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Hallucinations
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Profound paranoia
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Elevated heart rate
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Jerking muscle movements
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Seizures
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Dehydration
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Renal failure
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Increased body temperature
Overdose Potential
Flakka is stronger and more dangerous than other synthetic cathinones and both fatal and non-fatal cases have been reported.
Withdrawal
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Mood swings
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Irritation
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Anxiety
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Insomnia
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Suicidal thoughts
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Seizures
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Irregular heart beat
Sources:
https://novarecoverycenter.com/trending-street-drugs/flakka-new-kid-on-the-block/www.lagunatreatment.com
https://www.drugabuse.gov/emerging-trends/flakka-alpha-pvp
https://drugfree.org/drug/flakka/
https://www.drugrehab.com/addiction/drugs/bath-salts/what-is-flakka/
https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/addiction/flakka-deadly-high