Methamphetamine
Relevant information on the drug Methamphetamine, also known as 'Ice', Glass, Crystal, Speed, 'Quartz', 'Ice Cream', 'Hirropon', 'Ya ba', Shabu or Syabu.
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Also known as
'Ice', Glass, Crystal, Speed, 'Quartz', 'Ice Cream', 'Hirropon', 'Ya ba', Shabu or Syabu.
Description
Methamphetamine in its crystallised form is known as methamphetamine hydrochloride. It usually comes in the form of a colourless and odourless crystal that resembles glass fragments or shiny blue-white "rocks" of various sizes. This explains why it is more commonly known as 'Ice' in Singapore.
Methamphetamine also comes in tablet form. In this form, it is also known as 'Crazy Horse Pill' or 'Ya ba'. Most of the 'Ya ba' tablets found in Singapore are embossed with the 'WY' logo and are green or orange in colour.
Methamphetamine is highly addictive and is a strong stimulant. It has a very strong effect on the central nervous system.
Withdrawal symptoms / Side effects
Disorientation, apathy, confused exhaustion
Strong psychological dependence
Psychosis
Depression
Damage to the brain similar to Alzheimer's disease, stroke and epilepsy
Aggression and violent behaviour
Anxiety
Confusion
Insomnia
Auditory hallucinations
Negative effects (Physical)
Permanent damage to blood vessels of heart and brain, high blood pressure leading to heart attacks, strokes and death
Liver, kidney and lung damage
Destruction of tissues in nose if sniffed
Respiratory (breathing) problems if smoked
Infectious diseases and abscesses if injected
Malnutrition, weight loss
Severe tooth decay
Penalties
Possession of methamphetamine:
Less than 167 grammes – Up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment or a fine of $20,000 or both
Between 167 grammes and 250 grammes – At least 10 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 20 years of imprisonment and 10 strokes of the cane
More than 250 grammes – At least 20 years of imprisonment and 10 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 30 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane
Consumption of methamphetamine:
At least 1 year of imprisonment, up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment with a maximum fine of $20,000
Illegal traffic, import or export of methamphetamine:
Less than 167 grammes – At least 5 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane
Between 167 grammes and 250 grammes – At least 20 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 30 years of imprisonment or imprisonment for life and 15 strokes of the cane
More than 250 grammes – may face the death penalty
