Methamphetamine

Depending on its form, methamphetamine can be swallowed, snorted or injected.

Smoking the purer, crystalline form of methamphetamine, known as crystal meth, produces a very intense high similar to that produced by crack cocaine but much longer lasting.

Sharing needles, syringes or other injecting equipment, runs the risk of the injector catching or spreading viruses, such as HIV or hepatitis C. There is also the risk that veins may be damaged, and of abscesses or clots developing.

Methamphetamine can reduce your appetite and make you feel:

• exhilarated
• alert
• awake
• agitated
• paranoid
• confused
• aggressive
• aroused

How long the effects last and the drug stays in your system depends on how much you’ve taken, your size and what other drugs you may have also taken.

How long it lasts

The effects of methamphetamine can last a very long time.

Smoking the purer, crystalline form of methamphetamine, crystal meth, produces a very intense high similar to that produced by crack cocaine but is much longer lasting. The effects can last for a period of between 4 and 12 hours.

After effecs

The comedown from methamphetamine is severe.

Crystal meth can report positive in a urine test for 1 to 4 days after using.

How long a drug can be detected for depends on how much is taken and which testing kit is used. This is only a general guide.

Mixing methamphetamine with alcohol can have serious consequences – as the stimulant effects of methamphetamine and the depressant effects of alcohol interact unpredictably, which can increase the risk of harm or even death.

Yes – is the simple answer. For some people, methamphetamine use can lead to very strong psychological and physical dependence, especially if it is injected or smoked.

This usually means they have cravings for methamphetamine, and a very strong drive to keep on using it despite evidence of accumulating harms.

The crystal form of methamphetamine, sometimes called crystal meth or ice, is extremely powerful and addictive. Some compare it to crack cocaine as both are smoked and give an intense, powerful high followed by a very severe comedown, and both are very addictive.

Like drink-driving, driving when high is dangerous and illegal. If you’re caught driving under the influence, you may receive a heavy fine, driving ban, or prison sentence.

If the police catch people supplying illegal drugs in a home, club, bar or hostel, they can potentially prosecute the landlord, club owner or any other person concerned in the management of the premises.