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Amphetamine

A powerful stimulant that keeps people alert, usually sold as an off-white or pinkish powder – that sometimes look like small crystals

Also called:

  • Amphetamine Sulphate
  • Base
  • Billy
  • Paste
  • Speed
  • Sulph
  • Whizz

Quick info

How the drug works varies from person to person

How you might feel
Alert, energised, wide-awake and/or agitated, panicked, chatty.
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Effects on your body
Can make you feel more energised but also stop you feeling hungry. You might find it really hard to sleep.
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How long it takes to work
A few minutes on average when snorted.
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How long the effects last
3 - 6 hours on average.
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Common risks
A speed ‘comedown’ can last for days. Some people say they feel exhausted and sad after taking it. There is a risk when using a range of stimulant drugs at the same time. This can put your heart under a lot of stress.
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Mixing drugs
Mixing drugs is always risky but some mixtures are more dangerous than others.
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