METHAMPHETAMINE IN MAINE
METHAMPHETAMINE (METH) SIGNS OF METH USE
Methamphetamine ‐ often called “meth” ‐ is an Not sleeping for long periods of time
addictive stimulant that users smoke, snort, inject or Extreme weight loss
swallow. It affects the brain and central nervous Dramatic mood swings
system. Increased heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing
Hallucinations
Street names for Methamphetamine include:
Paranoia or excessive panic
Meth Speed Ice Nervous activity
Irritable, aggressive, even violent behavior
Crank Crystal Open sores caused by picking at skin
SIGNS OF METH PRODUCTION
MATERIALS USED IN METH PRODUCTION
Most meth in Maine is produced using the “One Pot”
Meth is made using common household chemicals or “Shake and Bake” method. This can produce 2 to
combined with pseudoephedrine or ephedrine ‐ the 4 grams at a time in 40 minutes to 2 hours by
active ingredient found in cold tablets or diet drugs. mixing / shaking ingredients in containers like 20‐
ounce soda bottles.
Ingredients and supplies can include:
Producers often discard plastic bottles that may
Camp Fuel Starter Fluid Instant Cold Packs contain toxic or flammable chemicals on the side of
the road or in dumpsters.
Aluminum Foil Muriatic Acid Coffee Filters
One Pot labs can be located anywhere, including but
Lithium Batteries Drain Cleaner (sodium hydroxide) not limited to: homes, hotels, sheds and cars. They
can even be carried in backpacks.
If you find a discarded plastic bottle that contains an
unknown substance, do not pick it up or open it.
Call your local police department, sheriff’s office or MDEA’s Drug Tip Line:
1.800.452.6457 to report suspicious activities.
In case of an emergency, dial 911. For treatment resources, dial 211.
MAINE CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION: www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc
NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND POISON CENTER: IN CASE OF POISONING CALL:1.800.222.1222
