Stimulants
Amfepramone (Diethylpropion / Tenuate)
Street names: Tenuate, Diethylpropion, Amfepramon
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Mild amphetamine-like stimulation
- Appetite suppression
- Alertness
⚠Key risks
- Abused in high doses for the buzz — dependence follows
- Heart strain, blood-pressure spikes
- Insomnia and irritability
✚Overdose signs
- Agitation
- Rapid heartbeat
- Tremor, sweating
Category comparison — Stimulants
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amfepramone (Diethylpropion / Tenuate) | Schedule IV | Abused in high doses for the buzz — dependence follows; Heart strain, blood-pressure spikes | ~$2–$5/tablet diverted |
| 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 Amfepramone (Diethylpropion / Tenuate) look like?
Tablets (25/75 mg) prescribed for weight loss; diverted
What are the signs of a Amfepramone (Diethylpropion / Tenuate) overdose?
Agitation; Rapid heartbeat; Tremor, sweating Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Abused in high doses for the buzz — dependence follows Dependence can develop with regular use.