Definitions
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- noun uncountable, organic chemistry An
aromatic amine which is a colorless liquid at room temperature. - noun countable, organic chemistry One of a group of compounds derived from phenethylamine.
- noun biochemistry A
monoamine neurotransmitter andneuromodulator found in the brain.
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Examples
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New drugs belonging to the phenethylamine, tryptamine and piperazine families were also identified.
Report: New 'Legal Highs' Multiplying in Europe Jeanne Whalen 2011
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One is phenethylamine, which triggers the release of pleasurable endorphins and potentates the action of dopamine, a neurochemical associated with sexual arousal and pleasure.
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Phentermine, a contraction for "phenyl-tertiary-butylamine", is an appetite suppressant of the amphetamine and phenethylamine class.
NiteLife 2008
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Probably the most influential love compound in chocolate is PEA, phenethylamine.
FOXNews.com 2011
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Chocolate contains phenethylamine, which triggers the release of endorphins.
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"Chocolate contains phenethylamine, a nutrient that enhances mood and is the chemical we produce in our brains when we fall in love."
The Times of India 2010
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Fastin contains active (ß-methyl-phenethylamine) 37. 5mg and 100mg caffeine, which may overlap and should not be combined with other phenethylamines including phentermine, fenfluramine, amphetamine, cathinone and the synthetic drug dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate or other substituted phenethylamines.
Wil's Ebay E-Store amp;34;Weight Loss 2010
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Fastin contains active (ß-methyl-phenethylamine) 37. 5mg and 100mg caffeine, which may overlap and should not be combined with other phenethylamines including phentermine, fenfluramine, amphetamine, cathinone and the synthetic drug dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate or other substituted phenethylamines.
Wil's Ebay E-Store amp;34;Weight Loss 2010
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They contain phenethylamine - a safe natural ingredient that is released in the brain when positive emotions such as falling in love are experienced. â€
The Times of India 2010
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"Chocolate contains phenethylamine, a nutrient that enhances mood and is the chemical we produce in our brains when we fall in love."
The Times of India 2010
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