Compounds/4-HO-MET

4-HO-MET

4-Hydroxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine

Classic PsychedelicsSyntheticSynthetic Tryptamine Psychedelic (5-HT2A receptor agonist)

Duration

4-7 hours

Onset

15-45 minutes

Peak

2-3 hours

4-HO-MET is a synthetic psilocybin analogue known for producing colorful, visual-heavy experiences with minimal psychological content. Often described as "recreational psilocybin," it offers beautiful visuals and euphoria with reduced introspective intensity and anxiety.

⚠️ Safety Information

⚠️ Contraindications

Do not use if any of the following apply to you.

  • •History of psychotic disorders
  • •Severe mental health conditions
  • •Heart conditions (caution advised)
  • •Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • •Use with certain medications

Effects

Physical

  • •Generally comfortable and pleasant physical sensations
  • •Slight stimulation and increased energy
  • •Enhanced tactile sensitivity
  • •Minimal nausea compared to other tryptamines
  • •Enhanced physical coordination and movement
  • •Generally very manageable body load

Psychological

  • •Euphoria and positive mood enhancement
  • •Light, playful, and recreational headspace
  • •Minimal anxiety or psychological challenge
  • •Enhanced creativity and imagination
  • •Social enhancement and communication
  • •Generally clear and functional thinking

Visual

  • •Extremely vibrant and saturated colors
  • •Beautiful geometric patterns and fractals
  • •Enhanced visual acuity and depth perception
  • •Morphing and breathing of surfaces
  • •Spectacular closed-eye visuals
  • •Often described as most visually beautiful tryptamine

Therapeutic Potential

✓Introduction to psychedelics with gentle profile
✓Enhanced creativity and artistic inspiration
✓Social bonding and communication enhancement
✓Visual beauty and aesthetic appreciation
✓Mood enhancement and euphoria
✓Reduced anxiety compared to other psychedelics

Legal Status

Legal grey area in many jurisdictions

Related Compounds

Psilocybin

4-6 hours

LSD

8-12 hours

DMT

5-30 minutes (smoked), 4-6 hours (oral with MAOI)

Mescaline

8-14 hours

This is education, not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before making decisions about substance use. Never use illegal substances.

Education and harm reduction only. This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional. Never use illegal substances.