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> The process is stupid-simple and takes a matter of hours, any idiot could do it, and the difference it makes in effects (racemic vs optically-pure D-Amphetami
by logifail 4y ago
> The process is stupid-simple and takes a matter of hours, any idiot could do it, and the difference it makes in effects (racemic vs optically-pure D-Amphetamine vs D-Methamphetamine) is obscene
(My organic chemistry is very rusty, and my knowledge of amphetamines is non-existant.)
I'm assuming from what you wrote that the D- enantiomer is one you want. What does the L- enantiomer do, if anything?
- gavinray 4y agoThe L-enantiomer is actually readily available for purchase over-the-counter. Vicks Vapor rub/inhalers and other decongestants use L-methamphetamine. The D-enantiomer causes CNS stimulation. The L-enantiomer causes only PNS (Peripheral Nervous System) stimulation, so it produces no euphoria or enjoyable effects. Only unpleasant side effects, like tachycardia and anxiety, etc. This is why racemic amphetamine/methamphetamine is so (comparatively) unpleasant, and the pure D-enantiomer is superior and "cleaner" feeling. Racemic amphetamines have a much higher chance of inducing psychosis.
- programmer_dude 4y agoFWIW I find the Vicks Vapor rub fumes enjoyable and euphoria inducing. Edit: I think it's the eucalyptus oil that I am reacting to.
- astrange 4y agoIt's also well known as a miracle cure to various demographics of grandmas.
- klipt 4y agoThe active ingredients in Vicks Vapo Rub are just: Camphor Eucalyptus oil Menthol Perhaps you're thinking of a different Vicks product?
- gavinray 4y agoAh it's just the inhalers then, my mistake Another interesting one found in inhalers is Propylhexedrine, from Benzedrex inhalers
- sizzle 4y agoIs this the difference between Adderall and Dexedrine?
- gavinray 4y agoYeah, Adderall is "Mixed-isomer amphetamine salt", it's a "proprietary" blend of 80/20 dextro/levo.