flakkað
Flakkað is the Icelandic term used for the synthetic stimulant alpha-PVP, a member of the cathinone class. It is commonly marketed or sold under names such as flakka and gravel and has at times been distributed in powders or capsules, sometimes marketed as other products such as “bath salts.” The substance gained attention in the illicit drug market during the 2010s and has been associated with severe health and safety risks.
Pharmacology and effects: Alpha-PVP acts as a transporter inhibitor that increases levels of monoamines, particularly dopamine
Usage and risks: Flakkað has been linked to dangerous behavior, aggression, and self-harm, as well as lasting
Legal status and regulation: Many jurisdictions have restricted or banned alpha-PVP. In some places it is a