WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT...METHAMPHETAMINE

Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant with a high potential for addiction. Commonly know as "speed" or "crystal", (when sniffed or swallowed) "crank"(when injected) or "ice" (when smoked). All forms of the drug come with a high risk for abuse and addiction.

What does it do to your mind/body?

Methamphetamine is in the class of drugs known as "amphetamines," strong stimulants ("uppers") that activate the Central Nervous System. Even small amounts of methamphetamine can increase heart rate and respiration, feelings of well-being, and the belief that you can "keep going forever" without the need for sleep or food. Without rest and food, however, the body doesn't replenish it's energy supply and long term methamphetamine users are at risk of using up the body's natural reserves.

Methamphetamine can cause:

• nervousness
• severe anxiety
• sleep problems
• nausea
• sweating
• mental confusion
• high blood pressure
• irregular heart beat
• hypothermia (lowered body temperature)
• convulsions
• death

IS IT ADDICTIVE?

Yes, methamphetamine in its many forms has a high potential for abuse and dependence. Methamphetamine is a particularly dangerous drug that causes long-lasting, debilitating effects.

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