Stimulants
3-FA (3-Fluoroamphetamine)
Street names: 3-FA, 3-fluoroamphetamine, PAL-353
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Amphetamine-like focus and energy with a slightly serotonergic edge
- 4–6 h duration; smoother comedown than 4-FA by reputation
⚠Key risks
- Fluoroamphetamine class carries serotonergic cardiotoxicity concerns (the 4-FA lesson)
- Marketed as 'study aid' — pattern drift into daily use is common
- Unknown long-term safety; no human trials
- Often stacked with other RC stims — additive cardiovascular load
✚Overdose signs
- Severe tachycardia, hypertension
- Agitation, jaw clenching, overheating
- Chest pain
Category comparison — Stimulants
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-FA (3-Fluoroamphetamine) | Unscheduled | Fluoroamphetamine class carries serotonergic cardiotoxicity concerns (the 4-FA lesson); Marketed as 'study aid' — pattern drift into daily use is common | ~$25–50/gram |
| Cocaine | Schedule II | Heart attack/stroke even in young users; Severe addiction — craving cycle | ~$60–$120 per gram |
| Speed (amphetamine paste) | Schedule II | Insomnia, anxiety, paranoia; Heart strain and overheating | ~$10–$40 per gram |
| Methamphetamine | Schedule II | Addiction — among the most addictive drugs known; Meth mouth, skin sores, psychosis | ~$20–$100 per gram |
| Adderall (amphetamine salts) | Schedule II | Dependence and tolerance; Cardiovascular strain | ~$3–$15 per 30 mg tablet |
| Adderall XR | Schedule II | Same as Adderall; long duration masks sleep debt; Beads snorted bypass XR mechanism | ~$5–$20 per 30 mg capsule |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does 3-FA (3-Fluoroamphetamine) look like?
White powder or pressed pellets; sold as a 'functional' RC stimulant
What are the signs of a 3-FA (3-Fluoroamphetamine) overdose?
Severe tachycardia, hypertension; Agitation, jaw clenching, overheating; Chest pain Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Fluoroamphetamine class carries serotonergic cardiotoxicity concerns (the 4-FA lesson) Dependence can develop with regular use.