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| Synthesis of Pseudoephedrine From N-Methylamphetamine |
| 2012-02-29 |
| h/t Instapundit, SayUncle A novel and straightforward synthesis of pseudoephidrine from readily available N-methylamphetamine is presented. This practical synthesis is expected to be a disruptive technology replacing the need to find an open pharmacy. |
| Posted by:g(r)omgoru |
| #3 Steve - not to mention making the kitchen a EPA toxic clean-up site. |
| Posted by: Water Modem 2012-02-29 19:13 |
| #2 Yeah, the paper is satirical (Journal of Apocryphal Chemistry, indeed), but the authors do have a point: Meth is easier to get than Sudafed AND you don't have to stand in line, sign your name and show a driver's license. Sounds like a win to me. The downside, aside from the illegality of it all, would be the Mrs. objecting to chemistry experiments in the kitchen. "What? Are you doing organic synthesis with my good pans? AGAIN?" |
| Posted by: SteveS 2012-02-29 18:08 |
| #1 While N-methylamphetamine itself is a powerful decongestant, it is less desirable in a medical setting because of its severe side effects and addictive properties [3]. Such side effects may include insomnia, agitation, irritability, dry mouth, sweating, and heart palpitations. Other side effects may include violent urges or, similarly, the urge to be successful in business or finance. O. Hai and I. B. Hakkenshit? LOL. Smartass chemists. |
| Posted by: RandomJD 2012-02-29 16:58 |