Comparison
MDMA vs Méphédrone.
Side-by-side comparison of MDMA and Méphédrone — dosage, effects, duration, legal status, and key harm reduction considerations.
- CategoryMDMAempathogenMéphédronestimulant
- Chemical classMDMAsubstituted-amphetamineMéphédronecathinone
- Common doseMDMA75–125 mgMéphédrone150–225 mg
- Peak durationMDMA90–150 minMéphédrone60–120 min
- Primary positivesMDMAEuphorie, Chaleur émotionnelle et ouverture, Empathie accrueMéphédroneChaleur empathogène, type MDMA en dose basse, Euphorie stimulante, Volubilité et aisance sociale
- Primary negativesMDMABruxisme (crispation des mâchoires), Déshydratation ou hyponatrémie par surhydratation, Hyperthermie en environnement chaudMéphédroneCraving fort, schéma binge dans une session, Vasoconstriction (mains froides, doigts bleus), Muqueuse nasale détruite si sniff répété
- Legal (DE)MDMAillegalMéphédroneprohibited
- Legal (NL)MDMAillegal-toleratedMéphédroneschedule-2
- Legal (US)MDMAschedule-1Méphédroneschedule-1
- Legal (UK)MDMAclass-aMéphédroneclass-b
| MDMA | Méphédrone | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | empathogen | stimulant |
| Chemical class | substituted-amphetamine | cathinone |
| Common dose | 75–125 mg | 150–225 mg |
| Peak duration | 90–150 min | 60–120 min |
| Primary positives | Euphorie, Chaleur émotionnelle et ouverture, Empathie accrue | Chaleur empathogène, type MDMA en dose basse, Euphorie stimulante, Volubilité et aisance sociale |
| Primary negatives | Bruxisme (crispation des mâchoires), Déshydratation ou hyponatrémie par surhydratation, Hyperthermie en environnement chaud | Craving fort, schéma binge dans une session, Vasoconstriction (mains froides, doigts bleus), Muqueuse nasale détruite si sniff répété |
| Legal (DE) | illegal | prohibited |
| Legal (NL) | illegal-tolerated | schedule-2 |
| Legal (US) | schedule-1 | schedule-1 |
| Legal (UK) | class-a | class-b |
Key harm-reduction difference
MDMA and Méphédrone differ most in their risk profiles and durations. Always research each independently before any session. If you are choosing between them based on safety alone, consult the full profiles and the interaction checker for any combinations you may be planning.
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FAQ.
- Is MDMA stronger than Méphédrone?
- "Stronger" depends on the metric. Compare dose ranges, subjective intensity, and duration side by side above. Always factor in individual tolerance.
- Can I combine MDMA and Méphédrone?
- Check the interaction checker for this specific pair. Many combinations carry serious risk even at low doses.
- Which lasts longer, MDMA or Méphédrone?
- Duration varies by route. See the comparison table above for peak and total duration by the most common route.
- MDMA vs Méphédrone: which is safer?
- Neither substance is "safe" in absolute terms. Harm is a function of dose, setting, purity, and individual factors. The comparison above covers the key risk differences.
- Are MDMA and Méphédrone in the same drug class?
- See the category and chemical class rows above. Substances in different classes often have very different risk profiles even if subjective effects overlap.
- Is MDMA legal where Méphédrone is?
- Legal status is substance- and jurisdiction-specific. See the legal status section for key countries.
- Where can I get harm reduction info for MDMA and Méphédrone?
- Each substance has a full profile on this site with dosage, interactions, testing, and legal information. Follow the links at the bottom of this page.
- How do I test whether my substance is MDMA or Méphédrone?
- Reagent testing can distinguish most substances. Check the reagent guide tool for expected color reactions for both.