APVP

What are they?

How are they used?

α-PVP Effects

α-PVP is described as having cocaine-like stimulant effects. Studies using rats and monkeys have demonstrated that α-PVP is a more potent stimulant than cocaine and amphetamine.

The effects of α-PVP may vary from person to person, but can include:

• Stimulation.
• Increased sex drive.
• Euphoria.
• Increased heart rate (tachycardia).
• Increased blood pressure (hypertension).
• Sweating.
• Dry mouth.
• Suppressed appetite.
• Insomnia.
• Aggression.
• Anxiety.

The effects of α-PVP typically begin 5 to 15 minutes after dosing and can possibly last anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 or more hours.

α-PVP Dosing

Since the potency of α-PVP has not been widely reported, it is important to start with a low dose and wait before redosing (start low and go slow). Additionally, the potency of a given dose can vary from person to person. Rather than starting with a large dose, one can reduce the risk of an accidental overdose by taking a smaller dose and working up to the desired effects/intensity.

The following is a rough dosage guide for oral α-PVP:

LOW DOSE – 5-10 mg

MODERATE DOSE – 10-25 mg

STRONG DOSE – 25-50 mg

HEAVY, POSSIBLE OVERDOSE – 50+ mg

α-PVP may be more potent (that is, require a smaller dose) when snorted compared to when consumed orally, and may be even more potent when injected.

α-PVP Overdose and Toxicity

The symptoms of an α-PVP overdose can include:

• Increased heart rate (tachycardia).
• Dilated pupils (mydriasis).
• Hallucinations.
• Agitation, aggression, violence.
• Anxiety, panic.
• Muscle twitches, tremors, or stiffness.
• Increased blood pressure (hypertension).
• Sweating.
• Increased body temperature (hyperthermia).
• Restlessness.
• Chest pain.
• Convulsions, seizures.
• Numbness.
• Disorientation.
• Confusion.
• Muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis).
• Paranoia.

If someone is experiencing the symptoms of an α-PVP overdose or is concerned, seek medical attention, and wait with them until they recover.