Allamakee Substance Abuse Prevention

Origin of Methamphetamines

• ““Nazi method” cook used by the Nazi’s during world war Nazi method” cook used by the Nazi’s during world war II.II.

• Utilized as a stimulant for soldiers.Utilized as a stimulant for soldiers.

• Prior to 1989 in southwest United States with “outlaw” Prior to 1989 in southwest United States with “outlaw” motorcycle gangs.motorcycle gangs.

• Into Midwest in early 1990’s increased cooks in Into Midwest in early 1990’s increased cooks in clandestine “kitchen” labs.clandestine “kitchen” labs.

• Ingredients easily accessed .Ingredients easily accessed .

• Finished product produced quickly – about 3 hours.Finished product produced quickly – about 3 hours.

METHAMPHETAMINE

• “Powder”

• “Ice”

• “Glass”

• “Crank”

• “Speed”

• “Crystal”

Why Methamphetamine?

• Easy to make!

• Easy to get necessary ingredients

• HUGE profit margin• $600.00 worth of chemicals easily makes

• $2000.00 worth of dope or more

• Cheaper, Longer High

Equipment Use

• Pyrex or Corning Dishes• Jugs/Mason Jars• Bottles (20oz. Soda)• Coffee Filters• Blender• Rubber Tubing• Paper Towels• Rubber Gloves

Gas Cans Tape/Claps Hotplate Strainer Aluminum Foil Propane Cylinder Books on How to Make

Meth

Major Components of Meth

Major Components of Meth

“Nazi” Method“Nazi” Method

Ephedrine or Ephedrine or pseudoephedrinepseudoephedrine

Anhydrous ammoniaAnhydrous ammonia Ethyl etherEthyl ether Sulfuric acidSulfuric acid

(“Liquid Fire”)(“Liquid Fire”) HCl gasHCl gas

(sulfuric acid & rock salt)(sulfuric acid & rock salt) Sodium metal/lithiumSodium metal/lithium

Ephedrine or Ephedrine or pseudoephedrinepseudoephedrine

Anhydrous ammoniaAnhydrous ammonia Ethyl etherEthyl ether Sulfuric acidSulfuric acid

(“Liquid Fire”)(“Liquid Fire”) HCl gasHCl gas

(sulfuric acid & rock salt)(sulfuric acid & rock salt) Sodium metal/lithiumSodium metal/lithium

METH USERSHow they use

• Snort it – Burns Lining of Nostrils » “No Rush”

• Smoke it – Highly Addictive » Heat and Inhale Vapor, “Rush”

• Shoot it - Highly Addictive » Share Needles, “Rush”

• Orally Ingested – Swallowed, Bitter Taste » “No Rush”

Why Meth is so Additive!

• Effects the dopamine in the brain

• Drains the brain of it

• Replaces the pleasure feelings

• Can be depressed for 2 to 5 years when trying to quit

METHAMPHETAMINE

• Irritability

• Anxiety

• Hallucinations

• Paranoia

• Cognitive impairment

• Aggressiveness

• Depression

Psychological Effects

METHAMPHETAMINE

• Insomnia/ Long periods without sleeping or eating

• Extreme hyperactivity• Change in attitude or personality• Changes in friends or hiding of associates• Change in activities• Drop in performance• Loss of interest in family

Behavioral Signs

METHAMPHETAMINE

• Strange smell (urine-like)

• Difficulty in paying attention

• Tremors or shakes

• Skin sores

• Teeth decay

• Extreme weight loss

• Not being able to sleep

Physical Signs

Meth Facts• For every pound of “meth” manufactured – 5 to 6

pounds of toxic waste is created

• Not uncommon for “meth” users to be awake for as many as 14 days

• 70% of users will never seek treatment on their own, unless law enforcement has intervened

• Of those seeking treatment, 95% will return to using “meth” within 6 months of treatment

Putting An End To Meth

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& Allamakee Substance Abuse Prevention & Allamakee Substance Abuse Prevention Thanks You For Your Assistance and Thanks You For Your Assistance and

ConcernConcern In Fighting Meth in IowaIn Fighting Meth in Iowa

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