Crystals ('Rocks')
 
Crack is a processed form of Cocaine and produces a more intense, though shorter lived high.
It is more addictive and more expensive.
It is a stimuland drug.

METHOD OF USE

Smoked - usually in a pipe or water-pipe.
The two pipes in the photograph are a purpose made one, and one made from a soft drink can, some foil, and a straw. Piles can also be made of glass.

Can also be injected.

THE LAW

CLASS:  A

Possession:  
Up to 7 years imprisonment  and/or a fine.

Supply:
Up to life imprisonment and/or a fine.

EFFECTS/SIGNS OF USE

• Rapid onset of symptoms, as for cocaine but quicker
• Extreme euphoria
• Loss of self control
• Dilated pupils
• Agitation
• Aggressive behaviour
• Paper wraps
• Small plastic bags/sachets
• Water or other pipes

DANGERS/RISKS

• High & rapid addiction potential
• Depression of respiratory centre
• Direct toxic action on heart (can be fatal)
• Unpleasant 'comedown' effects once the high wears off
• Particularly dangerous in combination with alcohol