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2-DPMP

2-DPMP
Aka: D2PM, Desoxypipradrol, Diphenylmethylpyrrolidine, Ivory Wave, Purple Wave, Vanilla Sky.

The Drug

The Effects

The Risks

The Law

The Drug
Overview Appearance Use
Overview

What is 2-DPMP?

2-DPMP is a powerful stimulant that has been found in the product ‘Ivory Wave’. It is taken as a ‘legal high’ and has amphetamine-like stimulant effects similar to ‘speed’. 2-DPMP effects can be both powerful and long-lasting, with effects that can last as long as 5-7 days - some users have had to go to hospital for help.

The related compounds D2PM and diphenylmethylpyrrolidine are also stimulants, with similar effects and risks to 2-DPMP.

The key effects and risks of 2-DPMP and related compounds include:

  • Feelings of euphoria, alertness, talkativeness and feelings of empathy.
  • Paranoia, hallucinations, severe agitation and muscle spasms.
  • Over-stimulation the heart and circulation.
  • Over-excitation of the nervous system – with risk of fits and dangerous overheating of the body.

2-DPMP, D2PM and diphenylmethylpyrrolidine are all banned from being imported into the UK.

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Appearance

2-DPMP is reported as white or off-white powder. When sold as a legal high, it cost from between £11 and £18 for between 200-500mg. It is likely that related compounds, such as D2PM and diphenylmethylpyrrolidine, will have a similar appearance and cost, but there is limited information at this time to confirm this.

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Use

How is 2-DPMP taken?

2-DPMP and related compounds are usually snorted like cocaine or swallowed/’bombed’ in wraps of paper.

Anecdotal information suggests that using 10mg or more of 2-DPMP should be considered as harmful in humans.

The Effects

What are the effects of 2-DPMP and related compounds?

There has been limited research of 2-DPMP, but the studies that have been carried out indicate that it is a very potent amphetamine-type stimulant. 2-DPMP is a long-lasting drug, capable of causing severe agitation, which can last for several days after a single dose.

Taking 2-DPMP or related compounds can induce:

  • Feelings of euphoria, alertness, talkativeness and feelings of empathy.
  • Chest pains, anxiety, insomnia, severe agitation, hallucinations and paranoia.
The Risks
What are the risks? Impurities Getting hooked
What are the risks?

What are the risks of 2-DPMP and related compounds?

Taking any drug involve risks. As well as damaging your health, you can damage the relationships you have with your family, friends, school or employer; and so can damage your lifestyle.

Here’s what else 2-DPMP and the related compounds could do to you:

  • It can cause mood swings and feelings of anxiety, aggression and paranoia.
  • It can be toxic to the brain, causing overstimulation of the nervous system, with agitation and hallucinations, or causing fits.
  • It can cause overstimulation of the heart; and there are reports of altered blood pressure.
  • Potentially dangerous rises in body temperature have been noted and there may be a risk of kidney failure.
  • You could end up in hospital or worse. As of October 2011, 3 deaths had been linked to the use of 2-DPMP.

2-DPMP and alcohol

Mixing 2-DPMP or related compounds with alcohol can have serious consequences – the effects interact and you may be less in control of yourself and the situation, making things much riskier.

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Impurities

When you buy 2-DPMP or related compounds, you can never be sure that it hasn’t been cut with something else.

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Getting hooked

Can you get addicted to 2-DPMP or the related compounds?

There is little direct information about 2-DPMP and related compounds. But as it is similar to amphetamines, it is very likely that regular use can become compulsive and can create a state of psychological and physical dependence.

The Law

2-DPMP, related compounds and the law

  • 2-DPMP and related compounds are expected to become Class B ‘controlled drugs’ in 2012, which means that they will be illegal to have for yourself, give away or sell.
  • Possession of a Class B drug can get you up to five years in prison and/or an unlimited fine.
  • Supplying someone else, even your friends, can get you 14 years in jail and/or an unlimited fine.
  • 2-DPMP, D2PM and diphenylmethylpyrrolidine have been banned from being imported into the UK.

Did you know?

  • A conviction for a drug-related offence could have a serious impact. It can stop you visiting certain countries – for example the United States – and limit the types of jobs you can apply for.
  • Like drinking and driving, driving while impaired due to using 2-DPMP or its related compounds is illegal – and you can get a heavy fine, be disqualified from driving or even go to prison.

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