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1 What is Crystal Methamphetamine ? how many individuals in the United Crystal Methamphetamine users States use Crystal Methamphetamine who inject the drug expose themselves Crystal Methamphetamine is because most illicit drug use surveys do to additional risks, including contract- a colorless, odorless form of not distinguish between Crystal meth- ing HIV (human immunodeficiency d- Methamphetamine , a powerful and amphetamine and powdered metham- virus), hepatitis B and C, and other highly addictive synthetic (man-made) phetamine. Those surveys that do draw blood-borne viruses. Chronic users stimulant. Crystal Methamphetamine such a distinction reveal that use of who inject Methamphetamine also risk typically resembles small fragments of Crystal Methamphetamine is prevalent.

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3 Level and may produce even longer- (Please see the Street Terms text box lasting and more intense physiological What are the risks? below for additional names.). effects than the powdered form of the Crystal Methamphetamine use is drug. associated with numerous serious physical problems. The drug can cause How is it abused? rapid heart rate, increased blood pres- sure, and damage to the small blood Street Terms for Crystal Methamphetamine typically vessels in the brain which can lead to is smoked using glass pipes similar to Crystal Methamphetamine stroke. Chronic use of the drug can pipes used to smoke crack cocaine. result in inflammation of the heart Batu ice Crystal Methamphetamine also may lining. Overdoses can cause Blade Quartz be injected.

4 A user who smokes or hyperthermia (elevated body tempera- Cristy Shabu injects the drug immediately experi- ture), convulsions, and death. Crystal Shards ences an intense sensation followed by a high that may last 12 hours or Individuals who use Crystal metham- Crystal glass Stove top more. phetamine also may have episodes of Hanyak Super ice violent behavior, paranoia, anxiety, Hiropon Tina Who uses Crystal Methamphetamine ? confusion, and insomnia. The drug can Hot ice Ventana produce psychotic symptoms that Kaksonjae Vidrio Crystal Methamphetamine is used persist for months or years after an glass by individuals of all ages and is individual has stopped using the drug. increasingly gaining in popularity as a club drug. It is difficult to determine Other products of interest: Crystal Omaha (NE) Police Department , Huffing The Abuse of Inhalants Methamphetamine , Prescription Drug Abuse and Youth , Drugs, Youth, and the Internet Is Crystal Methamphetamine illegal?

5 Fast Facts Yes, Crystal Methamphetamine is For more information on illicit drugs illegal. Crystal Methamphetamine check out our web site at: is a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule II drugs, which include cocaine and PCP, have a high potential for abuse. Abuse of these drugs may lead to severe psycho- logical or physical dependence. National Drug Intelligence Center 319 Washington Street, 5th Floor Johnstown, PA 15901-1622. Telephone: 814-532-4601. Check out Fast Facts on: FAX: 814-532-4690. , Crack cocaine , Methamphetamine , Foxy , OxyContin NDIC Washington Liaison Office 8201 Greensboro Drive, Suite 1001. , GHB and analogs , PCP McLean, VA 22102-3840. , Heroin , Powdered cocaine Telephone: 703-556-8970.

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