Amphetamines are powerful stimulants that speed up heartbeat, breathing and brain activity. They make the user very aware of his surroundings and keep individuals awake, while giving them a feeling of confidence. They also can cause paranoid and aggressive behavior in the user. Amphetamines can be physically and psychologically addicting.
Brand or Common Names:
Biphetamine, Delobese, Dexedrine, Mediatric
Slang Terms:
Pep Pills, Bennies, Uppers, Truck Drivers, Dexies, Black Beauties, Speed, LA Turnarounds
Medical Uses:
Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Narcolepsy, Obesity
Duration of Effects:
2 to 4 hours
Possible Effects:
Increased Alertness, Excitation, Euphoria, Increased Pulse Rate and Blood Pressure, Insomnia, Loss of Appetite, Addiction, Death
Methods of Use:
Oral, Injected
Effects of Overdose:
Agitation, Increase in Body Temperature, Hallucinations, Convulsions, Memory Loss, Extreme Anorexia, Stroke, Heart Attack, Death
Withdrawal Symptoms:
Apathy, Long Periods of Sleep, Irritability, Depression, Disorientation, Suicidal Ideation, Nasal Discharge, Runny Nose, Tremors