Methamphetamine
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Methamphetamine is a very addictive stimulant drug. It can be smoked, injected, inhaled or taken by mouth. It has many street names, such as speed, meth, and chalk. Methamphetamine hydrochloride, the crystal form inhaled by smoking, is referred to as ice, crystal, glass and tina.
Methamphetamine affects the brain and can create feelings of pleasure, increase energy and elevate mood. Abusers may become addicted quickly, needing higher doses more often. Adverse health effects include irregular heartbeat, increased blood pressure and a variety of psychological problems. Long-term effects may include severe mental disorders, memory loss and severe dental problems.
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Methamphetamine Treatment And Meth Detox
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Methamphetamines: What Parents Need to Know
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How Methamphetamine Improves Snails' Memory
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Toward A Vaccine For Methamphetamine Abuse
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Toward A Vaccine For Methamphetamine Abuse
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Increased risk of Parkinson's in Methamphetamine Users
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Toward a vaccine for methamphetamine abuse
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mdlinx.com — “Methamphetamine use parameters do not predict neuropsychological impairment in currently abstinent dependent adults” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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