"Ice"

The proper name for "ice" is methylamphetamine, also known as methamphetamine,

which is a kind of amphetamine. "Ice" is a potent central nervous system stimulant.
It increases the activity of the brain and nerve impulses which travel to other parts of
the body. It is chemically similar to adrenaline, our body's own stimulant.

Street Names

"Ice"

What It Looks Like

"Ice" appears as a semi-transparent, colourless, grain-sized crystals with bitter taste.

It is usually carried in plastic bags or aluminium foil packets.

Effects and Dangers

Restlessness

Inability to sleep

Dizziness

An increase or decrease in sexual desire

Reduced appetite

Talkativeness

Agitation

Sweating

Chest pains

Fever

Panic and confusion

Permanent inability to sleep

Anxiety and tension

Nutritional disorders owing to depressed appetite

High blood pressure

Rapid and irregular heart beat

Skin rash

Hallucination and feeling of persecution which lead to violent behaviour

Tolerance/dependence
Special Dangers

Long-term use of "ice" will lead to tolerance as well as physical and psychological
dependence. At very high doses, toxic psychosis, convulsions, coma, brain
hemorrhage and death can occur.

Legal Aspects

"Ice" is a dangerous drug controlled under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance. It is an

offence to illegally manufacture, supply or possess "ice".