methamphetamine

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A powerful, addictive stimulant drug: Methamphetamine is a synthetic drug that strongly stimulates the central nervous system. It is chemically related to amphetamine but has more potent and longer-lasting effects on the brain and body.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The illegal production and abuse of methamphetamine is a serious public health concern.
  • Law enforcement seized a large quantity of methamphetamine in the raid.
  • The doctor explained the severe health risks associated with methamphetamine use.

Advanced Usage

• "Methamphetamine hydrochloride": This refers to the crystalline salt form of the drug, which is the common form for illicit use.
  • The substance was identified as high-purity methamphetamine hydrochloride.
• "Methamphetamine abuse/addiction": Terms used to describe the problematic, compulsive use of the drug.
  • The clinic specializes in treating methamphetamine addiction.

Variants and Related Words

• Meth (n): A common and informal slang term for methamphetamine.
  • "Meth" labs are dangerous due to the toxic chemicals used in production.
• Crystal meth (n): A common street name for a clear, crystalline form of methamphetamine that resembles ice or glass fragments.
  • Crystal meth is typically smoked.

Synonyms

• Stimulant: A general class of drugs that increase activity in the nervous system (e.g., amphetamine, cocaine).
• Methedrine: A former trade name for methamphetamine, now primarily used in historical or specific legal/medical contexts.

Notes on Meaning

• Methamphetamine has limited legal medical uses (e.g., treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or obesity under the trade name Desoxyn), but this is highly controlled and rare. The term overwhelmingly refers to its illicit use as a dangerous and addictive substance.
• It is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance in the United States, indicating it has a high potential for abuse.

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Noun

1. an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant