Stimulants
NEP (N-Ethylpentedrone)
Street names: NEP, N-ethyl-nor-pentedrone
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⚡What it does
- Cocaine-like stimulation, euphoria, sociability
⚠Key risks
- Binge-compulsion like all pentedrone-family cathinones
- Psychosis with sleep deprivation
- Cardiovascular strain
- Little human data
✚Overdose signs
- Racing heart
- Paranoia
- Hyperthermia
📋Quick facts
Also known asNEP, N-ethyl-nor-pentedrone
CategoryStimulants
Schedule / classAnalog prosecution; controlled several EU
AppearanceWhite/yellowish crystals
Street price~$15–$40/g
Legal statusAnalogue US; controlled DE/UK and spreading
Last updated2026-09-17
Sources: EMCDDA, NPS-AD
Category comparison — Stimulants
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEP (N-Ethylpentedrone) | Analog prosecution; controlled several EU | Binge-compulsion like all pentedrone-family cathinones; Psychosis with sleep deprivation | ~$15–$40/g |
| Pentedrone | Schedule I | Strong redose compulsion; days-long binges; Psychosis, paranoia | ~$15–$40 per gram |
| α-PHP | Analogue prosecutions | Binge-compulsion; sleep deprivation psychosis; Little human data | ~$15–$40 per gram |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does NEP (N-Ethylpentedrone) look like?
White/yellowish crystals
What are the signs of a NEP (N-Ethylpentedrone) overdose?
Racing heart; Paranoia; Hyperthermia Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Binge-compulsion like all pentedrone-family cathinones Dependence can develop with regular use.
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