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    Speed is the street name for a range of drugs called amphetamines. Amphetamines are stimulants which are drugs that can make people feel awake and alert. Most amphetamines are class B drugs, but methanphetanmine has been changed to a class A drug. 

    Amphetamines

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    Risks

    • Extreme tiredness (after use) 

    • Taking speed regualarly can cause weight loss (which can be risky and lead to other issues)

    • Speed can speed up your heart and make it work harder

    • Mixing speed and alcohol can be very risky as these drugs work differently putting more strain on your heart

    • Paranoia can set in when taking speed making you think something bad might happen or someone is out to get you

    • Feeling really tense

    • The day after might make you feel really sad, irritable and depressed

    • Under the influence of speed might make you feel confused or make you think unusual thoughts

    What are the effects?

     

    • Effects can last between 3 – 8 hours

    • It can increase feelings of confidence or make users feel paranoid

    • Users may lose their appetite 

    • Users may feel 'hyper' 

    • Some people get very talkative

    • You feel like you have more energy

         

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