How To Identify a Meth Pipe and Where to Get Help

What Is Meth? Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a highly addictive central nervous system stimulant. It’s chemically similar to amphetamine, a drug that treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, but much more powerful. Meth is known by several street names, including “crystal,” “crystal meth,” “ice,” and “glass.” When taken, methamphetamine increases dopamine […]

Is It Dangerous to Take Sudafed and Alcohol?

If you’ve seen the show Breaking Bad, you’ll remember Sudafed figured prominently in some of the early episodes. That’s because it can be chemically changed to synthesize methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth. For that reason, it was taken off pharmacy shelves in 2006.  You may also know Sudafed can be used to treat symptoms […]

How Long Does Nicotine Stay in Your System?

What Is Nicotine?  Nicotine is a highly addictive stimulant compound found primarily in the tobacco plant (Nicotiana tabacum). It can also be found in smaller amounts in nightshades. People typically use it for the pleasurable and calming feelings it produces in the brain. Over time, however, the brain starts to crave these feelings, leading to […]