DMHA is a synthetic sympathomimetic stimulant originally developed as a nasal decongestant in the 1940s-1950s. The FDA considers DMHA an unsafe food additive and has issued warning letters to supplement manufacturers. It is banned by WADA for athletic competition and is illegal in several countries including Australia, Canada, and parts of the EU. Users with cardiovascular conditions, hypertension, or glaucoma should avoid use. Start with lower doses due to individual variability in response and potential for overstimulation.
DMHA molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Also known as: Amidrine, Vaporpac, Octodrine, 2-aminoisoheptane, 1,5-dimethylhexylamine, SK&F-51
Classification
Chemical: Medicine
Psychoactive: Stimulant
Tag: Alkyl amine
Tag: Pharmaceutical
Tag: Research-Chemical
Effects
Stimulation
Increased Energy
Increased Heart Rate
Increased Blood Pressure
Vasoconstriction
Restlessness
Enhanced Focus
Cognitive Enhancement
Motivation Enhancement
Euphoria
Anxiety
Increased Focus
Appetite Suppression
Light Sensitivity
Increased Libido
Routes of Administration
Oral
Dosage
Threshold: 50 mg
Light: 75-100 mg
Common: 100-150 mg
Strong: 150-200 mg
Heavy: 200+ mg
Duration
Onset: 0.33-0.67 h
Comeup: 0.5-1 h
Peak: 1-2 h
Offset: 1-2 h
After Effects: 2-4 h
Total Duration: 4-6 h
Insufflated
Dosage
Threshold: 25 mg
Light: 50-75 mg
Common: 75-100 mg
Strong: 100-150 mg
Heavy: 150+ mg
Duration
Onset: 0.08-0.25 h
Comeup: 0.25-0.5 h
Peak: 1-2 h
Offset: 1-2 h
After Effects: 1-3 h
Harm Reduction
Check interactions before mixing substances, pay attention to dose spacing and hydration, and treat all dosage guidance as approximate rather than guaranteed safe.
Sources
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DMHA: DMHA is a synthetic sympathomimetic stimulant originally developed as a nasal decongestant in the 1940s-1950s. The FDA considers DMHA an unsafe food additive and has issued warning letters to supplement manufacturers. It is banned by WADA for athletic competition and is illegal in several coun
