Methamphetamine — meth — is a highly addictive stimulant.
Forms and use
| Form | How it's taken |
|---|---|
| Powder | eaten, snorted, or mixed with liquid and injected |
| Pill | swallowed |
| Crystal ("crystal meth," a shiny rock) | smoked in a small glass pipe |
Effects
Meth first brings a rush of good feelings, then users feel edgy, over-excited, angry or afraid. Use can lead to addiction quickly.
Health problems
- Overheating: body temperature can rise so high that you pass out.
- Severe itching.
- "Meth mouth": broken teeth and dry mouth.
- Thinking and emotional problems.
Sources
Based on "Methamphetamine," MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, drawing on the NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse; a work of the United States government in the public domain.
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