Noun: methamphetamine ,me-tham'fe-tu-min
- An amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
"Methamphetamine abuse has become a serious problem in many communities"; "methamphetamine hydrochloride abuse has become a serious problem in many communities";
- methamphetamine hydrochloride, Methedrine, meth [informal], deoxyephedrine, chalk [informal], crank [informal], glass [informal], ice [informal], shabu [Asia, informal], trash [informal], tik [S.Africa], crystal meth, crystal [informal]
Derived forms: methamphetamines
Type of: amphetamine, controlled substance, pep pill [informal], speed [informal], upper [informal]
Encyclopedia: Methamphetamine