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Revision as of 03:32, 21 May 2003 by 216.165.12.165 (talk)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Amphetamine is a synthetic drug originally developed (and still used) as a diet suppressant. Today it is officially admitted for treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Narcolepsy. It is also used recreationally and for performance enhancement.
Effects
Positive Effects:
Increased alertness, decreased hunger, euphoria. With people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder it has a calming effect and helps to concentrate.
Neutral Effects:
Rapid talking, weightloss, hallucinations
Negative Effects:
Changed sleep patterns, involuntary bodily movements, hyperactivity, nausea, itchy or blotchy skin, delusions of power, aggresiveness, irritability, and others
Longterm Effects:
Lowered immune system effectiveness, heart problems, irreversible psychological damage, stroke, damage to liver, kidney and lung disorders, death
Recreational use
Street names
include speed, whiz, billy, crank, yaba, glass, meth, crystal
General Info:
Amphetamine and Methamphetamine are synthetic substances used to treat eating disorders and ADD. It is a commonly abused drug, usually bought on the street very impure or mixed with other drugs. On the street it is usually found in one of three forms, pills, capsules, and crystals. It can be snorted, taken orally, or smoked (most common method).
When taken orally, the effects become apparent after about half an hour. When snorted or smoked the effects are usually instantaneous or near.
WARNING: Do what you want, some people may enjoy the use of this drug, but caveat, methamphetamine and amphetamine can cause irreversible damage and dependence. Please beware, know yourself, know your drug, and know when to say no.
Performace Enhancing Use
Usually not used by athletes whose sport involves extreme cardiovascular workout, as methamphetamine and amphetamine put a great deal of stress on the heart.
The United States Air Force uses amphetamines as stimulants for pilots, calling them "go pills".
The Law
Amphetamine and Methamphetamine are Schedule II control drugs, classified as a CNS (Central Nervous System) Stimulant, in the United States. A Schedule II drug is classified as one that: has a high potential for abuse, has a currently accepted medical use and is used under severe restrictions, and has a high possibility of severe psychological and physiological disorders.