What are the effects of amphetamines?
Amphetamines speed up the body’s activity. Heart rate, breathing and blood pressure increase. A dry mouth, increased sweating, enlargement of the eye’s pupils and headaches may occur. Users can feel energetic and full of confidence, with a heightened sense of well-being. Other effects include feeling wide-awake and alert, becoming talkative, restless, excited, and having difficulty sleeping. Panic attacks may also be experienced. Withdrawal symptoms may include hunger, extreme fatigue, anxiety, irritability, and depression. People may also have a long but restless sleep, often interrupted by nightmares. Some experience severe distress or feelings of panic.
