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Amphetamines - Including Crystal Meth

Other names

Speed, Whizz, Uppers, Amph, Billy, Sulphate, Crystal Meth, Ice, Yaba

What is looks like &
how it is taken

Grey, pink or white powder that is snorted, swallowed, smoked, injected or dissolved in a drink

Tablets which are swallowed

The effects

Excitement - the mind races and users feel confident and energetic

Effects last

The health risks

While on the drug, some users become tense and anxious

Leaves users feeling tired and depressed for one or two day and sometimes longer

High doses repeated over a few days may cause panic and hallucinations

Long-term use puts a strain on the heart

Heavy, long-term use can lead to mental illness

Mixing Viagra with amphetamines may increase the risk of heart problems

Legal Status

Class B (but Class A if prepared for injection)

Penalties

Class B:

Possession: 5 years and a fine
Supply: 14 years and a fine

Class A:

Possession: 7 years and a fine
Supply: Life imprisonment and a fine

 

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