Ganesha (G or G-1), also known as 2,5-dimethoxy-3,4-dimethylamphetamine, is a lesser-known
psychedelic drug
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. It is also a
substituted amphetamine
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. It was first synthesized by
Alexander Shulgin
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. In his book ''
PiHKAL
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'', the dosage range is listed as 24–32 mg.
[Ganesha Entry in ''PiHKAL'']
/ref> The drug is usually taken orally, although other routes such as rectal
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ly may also be used. Ganesha is synthesized from 2,5-dimethoxy-3,4-dimethylbenzaldehyde. Ganesha is the amphetamine analog
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* Analog signal, in which information is encoded in a continuous variable
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*** Analog electronics, circuits which use analog ...
of 2C-G
2C-G is a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-series. First synthesized by Alexander Shulgin, it is sometimes used as an entheogen. It has structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to 2C-D and Ganesha. Like many of the phenethylamin ...
. It is a particularly long lasting drug, with the duration listed in ''PiHKAL'' as being 18–24 hours, which might make it undesirable to some users. It is named after the Hindu deity, Ganesha
Ganesha or Ganesh (, , ), also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka and Pillaiyar, is one of the best-known and most worshipped Deva (Hinduism), deities in the Hindu deities, Hindu pantheon and is the Supreme God in the Ganapatya sect. His depictions ...
. Very little is known about the dangers or toxicity of ganesha. Effects of ganesha include:[
* Strong closed-eye visuals
* An increased appreciation of ]music
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* Powerful relaxation and tranquility
Homologues
G-3
2,5-Dimethoxy-3,4-(trimethylene)amphetamine:
* Dosage: 12–18 mg
* Duration: 8-12 h
* Effects: Enhancement of reading, no visuals or body load.
* 2C analog
Analog or analogue may refer to:
Computing and electronics
* Analog signal, in which information is encoded in a continuous variable
** Analog device, an apparatus that operates on analog signals
*** Analog electronics, circuits which use analog ...
: 2C-G-3
2C-G is a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-series. First synthesized by Alexander Shulgin, it is sometimes used as an entheogen. It has structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to 2C-D and Ganesha. Like many of the phenethylamin ...
G-4
2,5-Dimethoxy-3,4-(tetramethylene)amphetamine:
* Dosage: unknown
* Duration: unknown
* Effects: unknown
* 2C analog
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* Analog signal, in which information is encoded in a continuous variable
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*** Analog electronics, circuits which use analog ...
: 2C-G-4
G-5
3,6-Dimethoxy-4-(2-aminopropyl)benzonorbornane:
* Dosage: 14–20 mg
* Duration: 16-30 h
* 2C analog
Analog or analogue may refer to:
Computing and electronics
* Analog signal, in which information is encoded in a continuous variable
** Analog device, an apparatus that operates on analog signals
*** Analog electronics, circuits which use analog ...
: 2C-G-5
2C-G is a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-series. First synthesized by Alexander Shulgin, it is sometimes used as an entheogen. It has structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to 2C-D and Ganesha. Like many of the phenethylamin ...
G-N
1,4-Dimethoxynaphthyl-2-isopropylamine:
* 2C analog
Analog or analogue may refer to:
Computing and electronics
* Analog signal, in which information is encoded in a continuous variable
** Analog device, an apparatus that operates on analog signals
*** Analog electronics, circuits which use analog ...
: 2C-G-N
2C-G is a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-series. First synthesized by Alexander Shulgin, it is sometimes used as an entheogen. It has structural and pharmacodynamic properties similar to 2C-D and Ganesha. Like many of the phenethylamines i ...
G-O
1-(5,8-Dimethoxy-3,4-dihydro-1H-isochromen-7-yl)propan-2-amine (CAS # 774538-38-4)
Legality
United Kingdom
This substance is a Class A drug in the Drugs controlled by the UK Misuse of Drugs Act
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.
See also
* Phenethylamine
Phenethylamine (PEA) is an organic compound, natural monoamine alkaloid, and trace amine, which acts as a central nervous system stimulant in humans. In the brain, phenethylamine regulates monoamine neurotransmission by binding to trace ami ...
* Psychedelics, dissociatives and deliriants
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* Beatrice (psychedelic)
Beatrice, also known as 4-methyl-2,5-dimethoxy-''N''-methylamphetamine or as ''N''-methyl-DOM, MDOM, or MDO-D, is a lesser-known psychoactive drug of the phenethylamine, amphetamine, and DOx families. It is a substituted methamphetamine and a ho ...
* DODC
DODC is a psychedelic drug from the substituted amphetamine family which acts as an agonist of the 5-HT2A receptor. It is the 3,4-dichloro derivative of the well known psychedelic drug 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-chloroamphetamine (DOC). DODC was first off ...
References
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