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2C-I is a member of the 2CB family and is sometimes sold as ecstasy. Here's everything you need to know about 2C-I, from how to recognize them, what it does and what will happen if you get caught in possession...

What is it?

2 C-I is a chemical relative of 2CB. It either comes as a white powder or an embossed pill. Most common are pills with a little 'i' on them.

2 C-I can be swallowed, snorted or smoked. Like 2CB, it has been sold as ecstasy. But it usually goes for a higher price than other club drugs.

2C-I doses range from 5 - 30mg. As with many drugs, it is impossible to tell how pure or how strong tabs actually are.

How does it make you feel?

2C-I is a stronger psychedelic than ecstasy and is more speedy than 2CB. It can give you hallucinations of bright colours, lights, trails and firework effects. They can keep you energised for up to ten hours. All your senses will be heightened.

2C-I doesn't have the same sensual or sexual edge as 2CB.

2C-I is really dose sensitive. If you have dropped it, it can take up to two hours before you feel any effects.

What are the health effects?

2C-I can give you indigestion, wind, an upset stomach, nausea and loose bowels. Not a nice experience when your senses are so finely tuned!

Very little is known about the long-term health effects.

The law

2C-I is an illegal Class A drug. It carries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison for possession and a maximum of life for supply. You could also get an unlimited fine

Buying it over the internet could be construed as 'importation of a Class A drug' - a very serious offence.