Meth

Methamphetamine

What are the street names?

Speed, Meth, Chalk, Ice, Crystal, Glass, and Tina

What is it?

Methamphetamine is an addictive stimulant drug that strongly activates certain systems in the brain. Methamphetamine is closely related chemically to amphetamine, but the central nervous system effects of methamphetamine are greater. Both drugs have some limited therapeutic uses, primarily in the treatment of obesity. Learn More.

What does it look like?

Typically meth is a white powder that easily dissolves in water. Another form of meth, in clear chunky crystals, called crystal meth, or ice(above). Meth can also be in the form of small, brightly colored tablets. The pills are often called by their Thai name, yaba.