Metyler

Metyler is a term that can refer to different substances depending on the context, though it is most commonly associated with **methylone**, a synthetic cathinone compound. Methylone was initially developed in the 1990s as a potential pharmaceutical drug but was never approved for medical use. It gained attention in the early 2000s as a recreational stimulant, particularly in the European club and rave scenes.

Chemically, methylone belongs to the class of drugs known as **beta-keto amphetamines**, sharing structural similarities with other synthetic cathinones like mephedrone and methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV). Its chemical formula is C₁₁H₁₅NO₂, and it is often encountered in powder or crystalline form. Methylone produces effects similar to those of amphetamines, including increased energy, euphoria, and heightened sensory perception, though it may also cause side effects such as anxiety, elevated heart rate, and insomnia.

Due to its psychoactive properties, methylone was classified as a controlled substance in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Sweden, and parts of the United States, where it was banned under laws targeting synthetic cathinones. Its use has declined since the rise of newer synthetic drugs, but it remains a subject of interest in the fields of pharmacology and drug policy.

In addition to methylone, "metyler" may occasionally be used colloquially or in error to refer to other methylated compounds, such as **methylphenidate** (a prescription stimulant used to treat ADHD) or **methyl salicylate** (a topical analgesic). However, these substances are chemically distinct and serve entirely different purposes. The term should be used with caution to avoid confusion.