Synthetic Cathinones

“Bath salts” and "flakka" are names for substances that fall within a broad category of drugs called “synthetic cathinones.” Synthetic cathinones are considered “euphoric stimulants,” meaning they have a short acting duration of physical and psychological effects similar to stimulants like amphetamine. Despite widespread media attention throughout the country over the past few years, relatively few people are using synthetic cathinones compared to other drugs.