5,6-Methylenedioxy-2-aminoindane (MDAI) is another chemical created by David E Nichols and his team of researchers in the 1990's. It is a highly potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, and is non-neurotoxic. It is known to be a mild entactogen that produces no physical stimulation (a la amphetamines). This compound is one of the many that have been marketed by research chemical vendors to fill the void left by the chemicals that were banned under legislation passed earlier this year, but has been met with mixed reviews due to a lack of purity in the product and disappointment in its mild effects. These effects should include mild euphoria, pupil dilation, insomnia and possibly even some sedation.
Sample 1
Supplier: Rave Gardener
Amount Tested: 0.2g
Stated contents: MDAI
Marquis test result: Instant change to a deep red, followed later by brown.
R.O.A: Insufflation/Oral
Other notes: No reaction to allergy test. Marquis result is consistent with those reported by other researchers who have come across product with high purity. Compound is a very light shade of brown/grey and completely crystalline.
Report:
The Tester begins research with a very small amount, insufflated. There is some pain, but nothing massively uncomfortable. After waiting for an hour, The Tester concludes that this dose is sub-threshold, and decides to wait until later in the day before increasing the dose and changing the route of administration to see if there is any change.
Four hours later, 150mg of the chemical is placed in a gel cap and ingested with a glass of water. An hour passes with no results, before The Tester notices their pupils begin to dilate enthusiastically. With this comes a mild, but distinct sense of well-being that could be described as euphoria. The Tester notes that this effect, whilst understated, is still stronger than they had expected. Music appreciation is possibly increased, although this could be a placebo effect. The compound also has a longer duration than initially expected, with effects not fully diminished until four hours after The Tester swallowed the gel cap. Unfortunately this meant that sleep was interrupted.
All in all, MDAI seems to be a relatively pleasing compound with few negative side effects. However, researchers looking for more intense experiences will likely find it unfulfilling.
Sunday, 24 October 2010
Wednesday, 13 October 2010
Dimethocaine
Dimethocaine is a local anaesthetic (and dopamine reuptake inhibitor) with some stimulant properties. It is not a new compound, but has recently been launched as a Reseach Chemical by several vendors. The results of some studies have suggested that it is nearly as potent as cocaine, although conversely some anecdotal reports have stated a complete lack of recreational use potential. The Tester has read several reports online that have noted a distinct amount of stimulation but with limited euphoria (perhaps as little as 1/5 of that of cocaine). This seems the most likely outcome.
Sample 1
Supplier: PFC
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: Dimethocaine
Marquis test result: Initially turns an opaque yellow, before gradually turning orange.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: No reaction to allergy test, insufflation is painless.
Report:
The Tester receives the sample in a well-sealed padded envelope. Inside is a small self-seal plastic bag labelled with the weight and name of the compound inside and a picture of its chemical structure. This is a nice touch, and an example The Tester believes more vendors should follow.
The Tester takes a minscule amount of the light, yellow powder and insufflates. There is a very minor feeling of irritation inside the nasal passage followed instantly by a powerful numbing sensation. No other effects are recorded at this dose (~7mg) but then, none were expected.
Afterwards, The Tester measures out two doses of roughly 40mgs each and insufflates them within a period of about 30 minutes. This time, the numbing is extensive and extends its effects to the back of The Tester's tongue and throat. Definite stimulation is noted at this dose, and an increased heart rate becomes apparent immediately. There is also a surprising (yet very mild) euphoria, which The Tester had not expected at such a low dose. Some desire to redose is felt, but it is easily ignored.
Two hours later, the effects have worn-off completely, leaving no apparent residual stimulation (although doubtless this would not be the case at higher doses) or noticeable crash of any sort.
Sample 1
Supplier: PFC
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: Dimethocaine
Marquis test result: Initially turns an opaque yellow, before gradually turning orange.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: No reaction to allergy test, insufflation is painless.
Report:
The Tester receives the sample in a well-sealed padded envelope. Inside is a small self-seal plastic bag labelled with the weight and name of the compound inside and a picture of its chemical structure. This is a nice touch, and an example The Tester believes more vendors should follow.
The Tester takes a minscule amount of the light, yellow powder and insufflates. There is a very minor feeling of irritation inside the nasal passage followed instantly by a powerful numbing sensation. No other effects are recorded at this dose (~7mg) but then, none were expected.
Afterwards, The Tester measures out two doses of roughly 40mgs each and insufflates them within a period of about 30 minutes. This time, the numbing is extensive and extends its effects to the back of The Tester's tongue and throat. Definite stimulation is noted at this dose, and an increased heart rate becomes apparent immediately. There is also a surprising (yet very mild) euphoria, which The Tester had not expected at such a low dose. Some desire to redose is felt, but it is easily ignored.
Two hours later, the effects have worn-off completely, leaving no apparent residual stimulation (although doubtless this would not be the case at higher doses) or noticeable crash of any sort.
Tuesday, 12 October 2010
M1M / B2+
M1M and B2+ are billed as being "supercharged" versions of other products sold by the same vendors (MadCat and B2 respectively). It is The Tester's belief that they are, in fact, different substances altogether based on differing consistency, colour, smell and taste. However, as usual it is impossible to say for sure without the use of advanced scientific techniques. The Tester thought it safe to assume that the effects of these compounds would be similar to that of MadCat/ M1M, although to a higher degree. Those effects were mental and physical stimulation, euphoria, sweating, nystagmus, bruxism, insomnia and possible vasoconstriction.
Sample 1 (M1M)
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: No colour change, but energetic fizzing is observed.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: No reaction to allergy test, insufflation stings initially and this pain tends to worsen with redosing.
Report: The Tester knows what to expect from this compound, having encountered it before recreationally. For this reason, they do not follow the usual method of beginning the experiment with a tiny dose and gradually increasing the doses until threshold is reached. The Tester does not recommend you follow this example if you are not completely familiar with any substance.
Unfortunately, there is not much to be said about these compounds that The Tester has not reported in their previous experiment on MadCat/ B2. The Tester approximates that this compound is more potent than those substances by roughly 50%, and doses can be altered accordingly. Because of the increase in potency, the desire to redose is significant and the tester recommends you exercise caution, lest you find yourself on the wrong side of a multiple-days' binge.
Sample 2 (B2+)
Supplier: Higher Grow
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: As above
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: As above.
Report: Quality is completely consistent with that supplied by the vendor above, as is everything else. The Tester would like to mention at this point that both of these vendors have been extremely friendly and responsible, and come highly recommended.
Sample 1 (M1M)
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: No colour change, but energetic fizzing is observed.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: No reaction to allergy test, insufflation stings initially and this pain tends to worsen with redosing.
Report: The Tester knows what to expect from this compound, having encountered it before recreationally. For this reason, they do not follow the usual method of beginning the experiment with a tiny dose and gradually increasing the doses until threshold is reached. The Tester does not recommend you follow this example if you are not completely familiar with any substance.
Unfortunately, there is not much to be said about these compounds that The Tester has not reported in their previous experiment on MadCat/ B2. The Tester approximates that this compound is more potent than those substances by roughly 50%, and doses can be altered accordingly. Because of the increase in potency, the desire to redose is significant and the tester recommends you exercise caution, lest you find yourself on the wrong side of a multiple-days' binge.
Sample 2 (B2+)
Supplier: Higher Grow
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: As above
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: As above.
Report: Quality is completely consistent with that supplied by the vendor above, as is everything else. The Tester would like to mention at this point that both of these vendors have been extremely friendly and responsible, and come highly recommended.
Thursday, 7 October 2010
6-APB
6-APB was released earlier this year amidst various setbacks and controversies. No toxicology data is available for this compound as it has no history of human use, although it is thought to be a potent releaser of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine. Anecdotal reports have cited the effects as bruxism, nystagmus, euphoria, stimulation, empathy and nausea (The Tester is sure there are more, but these are the most common).
The Tester would suggest taking special care when experimenting with anything sold as 6-APB as there have been many reported cases where adulterated (or completely unidentified) substances have been consumed at the cost of the researchers involved. Reportedly, 6-APB should give a dark blue/purple reaction when tested with Marquis reagent, and The Tester strongly advises this course of action.
Sample 1
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: No colour change, intense fizzing
R.O.A: Insufflation/Oral
Other notes: The Tester decided to proceed with this experiment in spite of the Marquis test result, which seemed inconsistent with the proper reaction for 6-APB. It is not advised that anyone else do so for any reason. No reaction to allergy test.
Report:
Initially, a very small amount (10mg?) is insufflated. The Tester notes unusually intense pain upon insufflation and vows solemnly never to repeat this mistake. There is a noted stimulation, but no other apparent effects. The Tester decides to wait until completely back to baseline before proceeding, because of the unknown nature and effects that are possible.
After an hour, 80mg is dissolved in orange juice (which masks any taste) and the solution is swallowed quickly.
Some time around an hour later, The Tester notices their pupils have become extremely dilated. This proves to be the first in a series of progreesively more intense side effects until The Tester comes to the realisation that they are fully under the control of this compound. Extreme stimulation (although predominantly mental stimulation) accompanied by euphoria, a profound level of focus and some minor visual distortion in the form of gentle undulation at the peripheral areas of vision are all noted. Tactile sensations are enhanced, and The Tester finds the (potentially percieved) fluctuations in body temperature to be very pleasant. This continues, unhindered, for the next four hours.
At about five hours from the initial dose, stimulation begins to subside, but visual distortions increase slightly for roughly the next hour. From this point onwards, The Tester feels themselves eased back into sobriety with no noteable "crash" or urge to redose. Sleep is attained by The Tester that night, but they do mention that they wouldn't have liked to try and sleep within 7 hours of dosing with this compound.
All in all, The Tester had a very enjoyable experience, but is still unsure of the veracity of the claims that this was in fact 6-APB.
Sample 2
Supplier: Top Research Chemicals
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: No colour change, intense fizzing
R.O.A:Oral
Other notes: The Tester decided to proceed with this experiment in spite of the Marquis test result, which seemed inconsistent with the proper reaction for 6-APB. It is not advised that anyone else do so for any reason. No reaction to allergy test.
Report:
The Tester has decided not to write a full second report, as the effects and duration were (for all intents and purposes) identical to the ones described in the report above. It appears there is some consistency present here, but again The Tester is unsure of exactly what this substance is because of the reaction with Marquis.
Sample 3
Supplier: Rave Gardener
Amount Tested: One pellet.
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: Immediate change to deep purple
R.O.A:Oral
Other notes: This time the Marquis reaction is much more encouraging. Anecdotal reports suggest that this is the correct reaction for 6-APB. The Tester notes a smell similar to that of TCP.
Report:
On an empty stomach, The Tester injests the small brown pellet with a glass of water and proceeds to complete some household chores. Some time around the one hour mark, The Tester gets the urge to evacuate their bowels and when they go to do so they notice pupil dilation when looking in the mirror. The Tester assumes this is the beginning of the pellet's effects and decides to sit down and play some music.
Roughly thirty minutes later, and a rising euphoria is experienced, which in time becomes intense and unmistakeable. Music appreciation is greatly enhanced, as are tactile senses, and The Tester feels both stimulated and slightly unsteady on their feet. It is noted that dancing is very enjoyable.
These 'peak' effects last for somewhere between three and four hours, and afterwards the experience tapers very gradually back into a relatively sober (but still pleasant) state. At this stage The Tester notes some slight warping at the edges of their vision, but nothing too disorientating or alarming. It should be noted that during the experience The Tester didn't feel the desire to eat anything at all, and found it difficult to urinate on command even though they had consumed a relatively large amount of fluid.
All in all this was, by far, the most positive experience with 6-APB that The Tester has had thus far.
The Tester would suggest taking special care when experimenting with anything sold as 6-APB as there have been many reported cases where adulterated (or completely unidentified) substances have been consumed at the cost of the researchers involved. Reportedly, 6-APB should give a dark blue/purple reaction when tested with Marquis reagent, and The Tester strongly advises this course of action.
Sample 1
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: No colour change, intense fizzing
R.O.A: Insufflation/Oral
Other notes: The Tester decided to proceed with this experiment in spite of the Marquis test result, which seemed inconsistent with the proper reaction for 6-APB. It is not advised that anyone else do so for any reason. No reaction to allergy test.
Report:
Initially, a very small amount (10mg?) is insufflated. The Tester notes unusually intense pain upon insufflation and vows solemnly never to repeat this mistake. There is a noted stimulation, but no other apparent effects. The Tester decides to wait until completely back to baseline before proceeding, because of the unknown nature and effects that are possible.
After an hour, 80mg is dissolved in orange juice (which masks any taste) and the solution is swallowed quickly.
Some time around an hour later, The Tester notices their pupils have become extremely dilated. This proves to be the first in a series of progreesively more intense side effects until The Tester comes to the realisation that they are fully under the control of this compound. Extreme stimulation (although predominantly mental stimulation) accompanied by euphoria, a profound level of focus and some minor visual distortion in the form of gentle undulation at the peripheral areas of vision are all noted. Tactile sensations are enhanced, and The Tester finds the (potentially percieved) fluctuations in body temperature to be very pleasant. This continues, unhindered, for the next four hours.
At about five hours from the initial dose, stimulation begins to subside, but visual distortions increase slightly for roughly the next hour. From this point onwards, The Tester feels themselves eased back into sobriety with no noteable "crash" or urge to redose. Sleep is attained by The Tester that night, but they do mention that they wouldn't have liked to try and sleep within 7 hours of dosing with this compound.
All in all, The Tester had a very enjoyable experience, but is still unsure of the veracity of the claims that this was in fact 6-APB.
Sample 2
Supplier: Top Research Chemicals
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: No colour change, intense fizzing
R.O.A:Oral
Other notes: The Tester decided to proceed with this experiment in spite of the Marquis test result, which seemed inconsistent with the proper reaction for 6-APB. It is not advised that anyone else do so for any reason. No reaction to allergy test.
Report:
The Tester has decided not to write a full second report, as the effects and duration were (for all intents and purposes) identical to the ones described in the report above. It appears there is some consistency present here, but again The Tester is unsure of exactly what this substance is because of the reaction with Marquis.
Sample 3
Supplier: Rave Gardener
Amount Tested: One pellet.
Stated contents: 6-APB
Marquis test result: Immediate change to deep purple
R.O.A:Oral
Other notes: This time the Marquis reaction is much more encouraging. Anecdotal reports suggest that this is the correct reaction for 6-APB. The Tester notes a smell similar to that of TCP.
Report:
On an empty stomach, The Tester injests the small brown pellet with a glass of water and proceeds to complete some household chores. Some time around the one hour mark, The Tester gets the urge to evacuate their bowels and when they go to do so they notice pupil dilation when looking in the mirror. The Tester assumes this is the beginning of the pellet's effects and decides to sit down and play some music.
Roughly thirty minutes later, and a rising euphoria is experienced, which in time becomes intense and unmistakeable. Music appreciation is greatly enhanced, as are tactile senses, and The Tester feels both stimulated and slightly unsteady on their feet. It is noted that dancing is very enjoyable.
These 'peak' effects last for somewhere between three and four hours, and afterwards the experience tapers very gradually back into a relatively sober (but still pleasant) state. At this stage The Tester notes some slight warping at the edges of their vision, but nothing too disorientating or alarming. It should be noted that during the experience The Tester didn't feel the desire to eat anything at all, and found it difficult to urinate on command even though they had consumed a relatively large amount of fluid.
All in all this was, by far, the most positive experience with 6-APB that The Tester has had thus far.
C1C
C1C is a largely unknown compound. As far as The Tester is aware, this substance is currently only available from one vendor, although there may be similar products available from elsewhere under different names. The Tester can find no reliable information on it's intended effects and as such believes this should be approached with due caution.
Sample 1
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: Instantly changes colour to a vivid yellow, no other reaction observed.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: Insufflation is painless, taste is unpleasant but not too strong. Smells familiar. No reaction to allergy test.
Report: Because of the unexpectedly vivid results of the Marquis reagent test, The Tester is very cautious. A vivid yellow colour change (at least, according to the manufacturer's directions) indicates the presence of a 2-CB like substance, although this seems wildly improbable.
Initially a tiny (read: only just visible to the naked eye) amount is insufflated. Interestingly, The Tester notes that instead of pain, a slight numbing occurs upon insufflation. No other effects are noted, so The Tester proceeds with a small dose of approximately 20mg. This time a mild, warming sensation is observed in the hands and some slight stimulation. Nothing particularly positive or negative at this point.
Over the course of the next hour, gradually increasing doses are insufflated until a total of roughly 100mgs has been reached. By this point, there is some obvious stimulation, but no other noticeable effects. Some sweating, perhaps, but this could be a result of ambient temperature in the room. The Tester ceases to experiment at this point, due to the unknown nature of this compound and the lack of any indication that the effects will be improved by further redosing.
Sample 1
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 0.1g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result: Instantly changes colour to a vivid yellow, no other reaction observed.
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: Insufflation is painless, taste is unpleasant but not too strong. Smells familiar. No reaction to allergy test.
Report: Because of the unexpectedly vivid results of the Marquis reagent test, The Tester is very cautious. A vivid yellow colour change (at least, according to the manufacturer's directions) indicates the presence of a 2-CB like substance, although this seems wildly improbable.
Initially a tiny (read: only just visible to the naked eye) amount is insufflated. Interestingly, The Tester notes that instead of pain, a slight numbing occurs upon insufflation. No other effects are noted, so The Tester proceeds with a small dose of approximately 20mg. This time a mild, warming sensation is observed in the hands and some slight stimulation. Nothing particularly positive or negative at this point.
Over the course of the next hour, gradually increasing doses are insufflated until a total of roughly 100mgs has been reached. By this point, there is some obvious stimulation, but no other noticeable effects. Some sweating, perhaps, but this could be a result of ambient temperature in the room. The Tester ceases to experiment at this point, due to the unknown nature of this compound and the lack of any indication that the effects will be improved by further redosing.
Wednesday, 6 October 2010
B2 / MadCat
These substances are largely unknown, as the vendors either will not or cannot disclose the compounds they contain. What The Tester can tell you is that they are touted as alternatives to the "last RC which was so popular". One would assume this is referring to Mephedrone, but The Tester is reluctant to cast aspersions.
Both powders are a pale green colour, and have a faint smell which is reminiscent of Ammonia. They do not tend to clump together much, nor are they crystalline in appearance.
Other testers have reported effects similar to that of Mephedrone, but less intense in their nature. These effects are stimulation (mental and physical), euphoria, empathy, bruxism (involuntary jaw clenching or grinding of the teeth), nystagmus (involuntary eye movements), increased heart rate, and less commonly vasoconstriction
Sample 1
Supplier: Higher Grow
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result:
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: Initial pain of insufflation is minimal, but increases with redosing. Taste is bitter to the point of being sickly. Allergy test consisted of very small amount applied to the tongue- no reaction.
Report:Testing is conducted in the safety of The Tester's living room. This substance smells, tastes and looks familiar to The Tester from past experiences and so they are slightly foolhardy regarding doses and total amount consumed. The Tester would like to point out that with any substance this is a bad idea.
Initially, a dose around 25mg is insufflated. This is enough to provide some stimulation, but probably only just exceeding threshold, so 20 minutes later a further 50mg is insufflated. This proves enough to fully cross the threshold and all expected effects are expected- initial stimulation followed by some relatively mild euphoria and very slight bruxism. At this point, because The Tester is positive that they have experienced this substance before several times, the test ceases to be scientific and strays into the realm of recreational.
Redosing works as expected- i.e. increasing the intensity of the effects at higher doses and extending the stimulation. Throughout the course of one afternoon/evening (roughly from 6:00pm until 12:00pm) the whole 500mgs is consumed, although it should be noted that this was not borne of a compulsive desire to redose as is common with some entactogens of this nature.
Afterwards, sleeping is difficult because of minor residual stimulation but not impossible. Sleep is attained by 2:00am, and The Tester wakes up at 11:00am feeling none the worse for wear. The following day proceeds as planned and is not interrupted by any negative side effects.
Sample 2
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 200mg
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result:
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: As above. Substance is clearly identical to Sample 1.
This time, substance is consumed by the Tester simply to confirm suspicions that this is the same product as Sample 1. Two 100mg doses are insufflated, roughly an hour apart. Once again The Tester wishes to express that this is foolhardy and does not recommend this course of action to anyone else.
Effects are identical to the ones experienced when testing Sample 1, except this time The Tester decides to stop short of consuming the entire sample which is not a difficult decision to come to. The Tester finds this freedom to stop redosing refreshing.
Both powders are a pale green colour, and have a faint smell which is reminiscent of Ammonia. They do not tend to clump together much, nor are they crystalline in appearance.
Other testers have reported effects similar to that of Mephedrone, but less intense in their nature. These effects are stimulation (mental and physical), euphoria, empathy, bruxism (involuntary jaw clenching or grinding of the teeth), nystagmus (involuntary eye movements), increased heart rate, and less commonly vasoconstriction
Sample 1
Supplier: Higher Grow
Amount Tested: 0.5g
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result:
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: Initial pain of insufflation is minimal, but increases with redosing. Taste is bitter to the point of being sickly. Allergy test consisted of very small amount applied to the tongue- no reaction.
Report:Testing is conducted in the safety of The Tester's living room. This substance smells, tastes and looks familiar to The Tester from past experiences and so they are slightly foolhardy regarding doses and total amount consumed. The Tester would like to point out that with any substance this is a bad idea.
Initially, a dose around 25mg is insufflated. This is enough to provide some stimulation, but probably only just exceeding threshold, so 20 minutes later a further 50mg is insufflated. This proves enough to fully cross the threshold and all expected effects are expected- initial stimulation followed by some relatively mild euphoria and very slight bruxism. At this point, because The Tester is positive that they have experienced this substance before several times, the test ceases to be scientific and strays into the realm of recreational.
Redosing works as expected- i.e. increasing the intensity of the effects at higher doses and extending the stimulation. Throughout the course of one afternoon/evening (roughly from 6:00pm until 12:00pm) the whole 500mgs is consumed, although it should be noted that this was not borne of a compulsive desire to redose as is common with some entactogens of this nature.
Afterwards, sleeping is difficult because of minor residual stimulation but not impossible. Sleep is attained by 2:00am, and The Tester wakes up at 11:00am feeling none the worse for wear. The following day proceeds as planned and is not interrupted by any negative side effects.
Sample 2
Supplier: Chemical Dog
Amount Tested: 200mg
Stated contents: Unknown
Marquis test result:
R.O.A: Insufflation
Other notes: As above. Substance is clearly identical to Sample 1.
This time, substance is consumed by the Tester simply to confirm suspicions that this is the same product as Sample 1. Two 100mg doses are insufflated, roughly an hour apart. Once again The Tester wishes to express that this is foolhardy and does not recommend this course of action to anyone else.
Effects are identical to the ones experienced when testing Sample 1, except this time The Tester decides to stop short of consuming the entire sample which is not a difficult decision to come to. The Tester finds this freedom to stop redosing refreshing.
Tobacco
Tobacco is a widely tested plant substance made using leaves from plants in the genus Nicotiana. Its earliest use recreationally is thought to have been in Europe; however, before that time it was put to use as an entheogen by Native American tribespeople. Today it is produced legally en mass by many large corporations.
The main active compound in tobacco is Nicotine (which is also the cause of its addictive nature), although it also contains other alkaloids. It may be used via several different routes of administration, although by far the most popular method is smoking in the form of cigarettes or cigars.
The immediate effects of smoking tobacco have been reported as light-headedness, stimulation (mental and physical), increased blood pressure and sometimes increased confidence. Most of these effects may possibly be attributed to the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine which accompanies the act of smoking.
Sample 1
Supplier: Lambert & Butler
Amount Tested: One cigarette
Stated contents: Tobacco, Tar etc
Marquis Test Result: None (not performed because substance is not a pure chemical compound)
R.O.A: Inhalation (smoking)
Other notes: Allergy test not completed because The Tester been in contact with tobacco before and no reaction was noted. Also,The Tester is not following the usual method of gradual dose increase because this is a very well known compound and the risk of overdose is so low as to be negligible.
Report:
The Tester conducts testing from a chair in the garden to the rear of their house. The Tester takes one cigarette from the pack of ten that The Tester purchased from my local supplier (Lambert and Butler cigarettes should be identical wherever they are purchased). The Tester places the filtered end into their mouth and holds a naked flame to the other end whilst inhaling slightly. Immediately the cigarette lights and The Tester's mouth begins to fill with an acrid-tasting smoke which they inhale before beginning to cough with reckless abandon- this was to be expected as The Tester has never been a smoker before now. They repeat this process a couple of times, and then begins to feel slightly dizzy. The Tester is experiencing some light-headedness, but as yet is unsure if this is because of the cigarette or because they've been hacking my lungs up for the past five minutes now (?).
After one more inhalation The Tester decides that this is a mostly unpleasant experience and that there is nothing to be gained from continuing- presumably the effects of tobacco become more pleasant with repeated use, although it is a mystery to The Tester why anyone would begin this process in the first place.The Tester is left with a furry feeling on the inside of my mouth and theycan taste something that can only be tar residue. On top of that, there is a minor amount of nausea involved.
In summary, whilst The Tester is quite sure the substance The Tester inhaled was tobacco rather than simply labelled as such, The Tester will be in no hurry to repeat this experiment. If forced to give it a score out of ten, The Tester would give it a zero.
The main active compound in tobacco is Nicotine (which is also the cause of its addictive nature), although it also contains other alkaloids. It may be used via several different routes of administration, although by far the most popular method is smoking in the form of cigarettes or cigars.
The immediate effects of smoking tobacco have been reported as light-headedness, stimulation (mental and physical), increased blood pressure and sometimes increased confidence. Most of these effects may possibly be attributed to the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine which accompanies the act of smoking.
Sample 1
Supplier: Lambert & Butler
Amount Tested: One cigarette
Stated contents: Tobacco, Tar etc
Marquis Test Result: None (not performed because substance is not a pure chemical compound)
R.O.A: Inhalation (smoking)
Other notes: Allergy test not completed because The Tester been in contact with tobacco before and no reaction was noted. Also,The Tester is not following the usual method of gradual dose increase because this is a very well known compound and the risk of overdose is so low as to be negligible.
Report:
The Tester conducts testing from a chair in the garden to the rear of their house. The Tester takes one cigarette from the pack of ten that The Tester purchased from my local supplier (Lambert and Butler cigarettes should be identical wherever they are purchased). The Tester places the filtered end into their mouth and holds a naked flame to the other end whilst inhaling slightly. Immediately the cigarette lights and The Tester's mouth begins to fill with an acrid-tasting smoke which they inhale before beginning to cough with reckless abandon- this was to be expected as The Tester has never been a smoker before now. They repeat this process a couple of times, and then begins to feel slightly dizzy. The Tester is experiencing some light-headedness, but as yet is unsure if this is because of the cigarette or because they've been hacking my lungs up for the past five minutes now (?).
After one more inhalation The Tester decides that this is a mostly unpleasant experience and that there is nothing to be gained from continuing- presumably the effects of tobacco become more pleasant with repeated use, although it is a mystery to The Tester why anyone would begin this process in the first place.The Tester is left with a furry feeling on the inside of my mouth and theycan taste something that can only be tar residue. On top of that, there is a minor amount of nausea involved.
In summary, whilst The Tester is quite sure the substance The Tester inhaled was tobacco rather than simply labelled as such, The Tester will be in no hurry to repeat this experiment. If forced to give it a score out of ten, The Tester would give it a zero.
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