4-Bromomethcathinone (4-BMC, Brephedrone) is a psychoactive drug and research chemical of the phenethylamine, amphetamine, and cathinone chemical classes. It acts as a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor,[1][2] but acts more like an antidepressant than a stimulant.[3] Some 4-halogenated cathinones seem to share the selective serotonergic neurotoxicity of their corresponding amphetamine analogues.[4]
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Formula | C10H12BrNO |
Molar mass | 242.116 g·mol−1 |
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Chirality | Racemic mixture |
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As of October 2015, 4-BMC is a controlled substance in China.[5] 4-Bromomethcathinone is considered a Schedule 1 substance in Virginia.[6]