Methamphetamine is sold in pill or powder form, and can
be swallowed, inhaled, or injected
Methamphetamines and amphetamines are also highly addictive and dangerous
stimulants. Commonly referred to as uppers and speed, these drugs are sold
in powder, pill, and capsule forms that can be inhaled through the nose, swallowed,
or injected.
Like cocaine and crack, the physical effects of methamphetamines and amphetamines
are in creased alertness, euphoria, appetite loss, dilated pupils, elevated
heart rate, increased respiration, and elevated body temperature. Prolonged
use of these drugs can cause blurred vision, dizziness, loss of coordination,
and collapse. An overdose can result in high blood pressure, fever, stroke,
and heart failure.
The most popular of the two drugs are methamphetamines, commonly called speed,
meth, crank, crystal, or crystal meth or in its smokable form, ice, glass
or crystal. Methamphetamines are usually found in powder form in colors ranging
from white to tan, and can be swallowed, inhaled through the nose, or injected.
It is sold in small plastic or paper packets or plastic bags. The paraphernalia
associated with inhaling the drug are razor blades, mirrors, straws, and rolled
dollar bills; the paraphernalia associated with injecting the drug include
syringes, spoons, and surgical tubing, bandanas, or a belt used to constrict
the vein.