Speed

Amphetamines (speed) are man-made drugs and are usually a white- ish powder with a bitter taste. They can be sniffed, taken as a tablet or injected when in liquid form.

Other names: Billy, Whiz, Crystal, Glass, Ice, Sulphate, Uppers, Crank.

What does it do to you?

Amphetamines are very powerful - they literally speed up your whole body. It is not safer than cocaine, it is actually more toxic. You can′t stop talking and you can go for a long time without food or sleep. While high, your heart beats faster and your blood pressure rises which can be dangerous. Afterwards, you feel restless, confused and depressed. Mood swings, violent tempers and skin problems can be side effects. If you regularly take speed you can become mentally dependent on it. Constant high blood pressure can lead to heart failure and because amphetamines lower your body′s natural defenses and users often don′t eat enough, they can lower your resistance to disease. They can also cause deep feelings of fear and mental illness.