Methamphetamine: Scientists in the early 20th

Scientists in the early 20th century developed it in an effort to improve the medication amphetamine. But their creation turned out stronger than they expected — too strong for most people to use... Methamphetamine Crack meth/Ice/Crystal meth/Tik/Shabu/Yaba What is it? Methamphetamine is part of the group of drugs called amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS). It is a synthetic drug that is usually manufactured in illegal laboratories. Methamphetamine comes as a powder, tablet or as crystals that look like shards of glass. How is it taken? It can be swallowed, sniffed/snorted, smoked or injected. How does it affect users? Methamphetamine stimulates a feeling of physical and mental well being ... Methamphetamine is a Schedule II stimulant under the Controlled Substances Act, which means that it has a high potential for abuse and a currently acceptable medical use (in FDA-approved products). Learn about crystal meth, a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. Find out how it's made, used, and what it can do to your body and mind.