What is in Meth?

Dangerous Household Chemicals Used to Make Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant drug that is similar in structure to amphetamine.  Due to its high potential for abuse, methamphetamine is classified as a Schedule II drug. Common Meth slang: Crank, Tweak, Ice, Black Beauties, Speed, Crystal, Glass

Downtown Meth Fire in Bartlesville, Oklahoma

Have you ever wondered what is in methamphetamine?  
Once you realize the chemicals used to make meth - you will scratch your head wondering why in the world anyone would put this chemical combination in their body.  Here is a list of common chemicals used to cook methamphetamine: 

* Rock salt

* Lye

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* Iodine

* Paint thinner

* Cold medicine containing pseudophedrine

* Drain cleaner

* Heet gasoline addititives
Cooking methamphetamine is extremely dangerous and frequently the cause of apartment, house and abandoned building fires in rural communities.

Bartlesville, OK police arrested a restaurant owner after a meth fire burned his downtown restaurant and surrounding offices. 

Meth use can cause heart failure.  Other physical effects are liver, kidney, lung damage, psychosis, and loss of teeth.
Don't be fooled - methamphetamine can kill you. 

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