2C-B
2C-B is a psychedelic drug first synthesised by Alexander Shulgin in 1974. Its effects are considered to be somewhere between those of LSD and MDMA and vary greatly depending on the dose. 2C-B is available as powder, pills or capsules.
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2C-B Effects
If taken orally, the effects of 2CB will take about 45 minutes to an hour to come on and will last from 4- 6 hours (dose-dependent).
- Euphoria
- Giggles
- Visual and auditory hallucinations
- Spiritual connection with the earth and other people
- Enhanced sensory awareness (touch, sight, sound)
- Increased libido
- Increased energy
- Distortion of time
- Nausea/vomiting
- Anxiety and paranoia
- Insomnia
2C-B Dosage
2C-B dosage will depend on a number of factors including tolerance, gender and how it’s taken (either nasally or orally). This is a guide only.
| Strength | Dose |
| Threshold | 2-5mg |
| Light | 5-15mg |
| Common | 15-25mg |
| Strong | 25mg + |
2C-B is highly dose sensitive. This means a small increase in dose will produce a large increase in effects.
Lower doses will be more MDMA-like, higher doses will produce a full psychedelic experience.
Harm Reduction Advice
- 2C-B taken orally (i.e. a pill) can take a while to kick in, anywhere between 20 minutes to 2 hours, so avoid re-dosing within this time, even if the effects aren’t as strong as you’d expected.
- If you’re using powder 2C-B, always weigh your dose with a milligram scale. Eyeballing doses is an easy way to overdo it.
- 2C-B is much more painful to snort than other drugs, so generally people take it orally.
- Think about your set and setting. If you’re not in the right headspace, or not feeling comfortable in your environment, save your trip for another day.
- Sometimes 2C-B can be overwhelming, or you can experience a ‘bad trip’. It can be helpful to have a ‘trip sitter’, someone who remains sober, who can provide support and reassurance, and get help if necessary.
- Use with people you know and trust in a calm, safe environment, especially if you’re new to psychedelic drugs.
- Be mindful that 2C-B has some stimulant properties so make sure you drink plenty of water and if you’re dancing make sure you take a break so you don’t overheat.
- You’re likely to feel depleted after using drugs. Hydrate, eat something nutritious and rest. Click here for more information on taking care of yourself after a session.
- Mixing drugs, including alcohol, can be risky. Mixing 2C-B with other drugs with psychedelic properties (e.g. ket, shrooms, acid, cannabis) can lead to an overwhelming experience. Click here for more information on drug combinations.
- We recommend you always test your drugs, for information on testing services in Bristol, click here.
- If you’re out and about, make sure you and your mates have a safe way to get home, definitely don’t drive.
2C-B is not the same as Tuci (“pink cocaine”), click here for more information on “pink cocaine”.
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