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Ephedrine is a bronchodilator used in the treatment of asthma, hey-fever, and
other allergic disorders,
It also used as nasal decongestant (0.5-1% ephedrine solution).

2- Cathe alkaloids "Abyssinian tea"

Cathine (Nor--ephedrine) Cathinone

Source: Catha edulis family Celastraceae, (local name "Khat“)

production, sale, and consumption are legal in the nations where its use is a part
of their cultural traditions as in Yemen, Djibouti, Somalia and Ethiopia.

Uses

Cathine has CNS stimulating effect; so, the alkaloids, as well as the plant are
being used (or even abused) for the same effect.
Cathinone is the principal CNS stimulant
Cathinone has similar pharmacological properties to the synthetic CNS
stimulant, (+) amphetamine, with a similar potency.

Side effects

Excessive cathinone usage can cause loss of appetite, anxiety, irritability,
insomnia, hallucinations and panic attacks.

3- Peyote alkaloids

Mescaline

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