Methamphetamine/Stimulants

Observable Indications of Use

  • Talkativeness
  • High Energy Levels/Restlessness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Dilated Pupils
  • Sores on skin from scratching at “crank bugs”

Effects of Use

  • Loss of Appetite
  • Increased Mental Alertness
  • Increased Physical Energy
  • Insomnia
  • Paranoia
  • Distorted Perceptions (auditory and visual)
  • Repetitive Motor Activity
  • Sweating (at higher doses)
  • Palpitations (at higher doses)
  • Body Tremors (at higher doses)
  • Increased Heart Rate
  • Elevated Blood Pressure
  • MDMA: Jaw Tension, Teeth Grinding
Duration of Effects

  • Methamphetamine: 8 – 12 hours
  • MDMA 4 – 6 hours

Signs of Overdose

  • Convulsions
  • Agitation
  • MDMA: Heat stroke, extreme elevation in body temperature (hyperthermia)
  • Dehydration

Fatal Overdose Possible

  • Yes, due to cardiac arrest or stroke from high blood pressure

IMPORTANT:  If you suspect a person may have overdosed on methamphetamine/stimulants, your best course is to call 911 and seek emergency medical treatment immediately.

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