Drug Fact Sheet

Wellbutrin (Bupropion)

Classification:	Antidepressant
Indication:	Depression and Smoking Cessation
Dose:	Regular release dose should not exceed 150mg and should not exceed 450 mg daily. Sustained release dose should not exceed 200 and should not exceed 400mg daily. Zyban dose should not exceed 150mg and should not exceed 300mg daily.
Side Effects:	Serious but unlikely side effects include allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, face or hives), seizures and fast or irregular heart beats. Less serious side effects include headache, insomnia, dry mouth, tremors, restlessness, agitation, anxiety, dizziness, drowsiness, sweating, skin rash, ringing in ears; flu-like symptoms such as aching muscles, fatigue and discomfort; frequent urination and weight loss/gain. Use caution when driving due to drowsiness. Use caution when you stand or sit up to prevent dizziness.
Use in Pregnancy:	Category B. It is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. It is unknown if Wellbutrin will harm a nursing baby. Please speak with your physician first before taking this medication.
Contraindications:	Do not take if you have epilepsy or seizure disorder. Do not take if you have underlying kidney, heart or liver conditions.
Drug interactions:	Do not take if you are taking Monoamine oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI) medications including Marplan, Nardil or Parnate. Do not take this drug with alcohol or your risk for seizures may increase.
Monitoring:	If using other nicotine containing products like the patch or gum your blood pressure may need to be monitored.

Web MD Health. (2001). Drug & Herbs: Bupropion (oral). [Online]. Available: http://www.aolsvc.health.webmd.aol.com/drug_article/article/4046.1493?bn=wellbutrin

Illegal Drug Fact Sheet

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine is a synthetic stimulant that is produced and sold illegally in pill form, capsules, powder and chunks. Two such Methamphetamines are crank and ice.

Crank refers to any form of methamphetamine. Ice is a crystallized smokable chunk form of methamphetamine that produces a more intense reaction than cocaine or speed. Ice has an appearance that is clear and crystal like, and resembles frozen ice water.

Methamphetamine stimulate the central nervous system, and the effect may last anywhere from 8-24 hours.

Crank and ice are highly addictive and produce a severe craving for the drug.

SHORT TERM EFFECTS: Central Nervous system side effects. ¨ Euphoria ¨ Increase alertness ¨ Paranoia ¨ Decreased appetite ¨ Increased physical activity ¨ Uncontrollable movements (jerking, twitching, etc.…) ¨ Irritability ¨ Extreme nervousness ¨ Insomnia ¨ Confusion ¨ Tremors ¨ Anxiety ¨ Aggression ¨ Incessant talking ¨ Hyperthermia (extreme rise in body temp as high as 108 degrees, which can cause brain damage and death) ¨ Convulsions (seizures) Cardiovascular side effects. ¨ Chest pain ¨ Hypertension (high blood pressure) ¨ Increased heart rate Other physical effects. ¨ Pupil dilation ¨ Respiratory disorders ¨ Dizziness ¨ Tooth grinding ¨ Impaired speech ¨ Dry or itchy skin ¨ Acne ¨ Sores ¨ Numbness ¨ Sweating

Other physical effects. ¨ Pupil dilation ¨ Respiratory disorders ¨ Dizziness ¨ Tooth grinding ¨ Impaired speech ¨ Dry or itchy skin ¨ Acne ¨ Sores ¨ Numbness ¨ Sweating Psychological effects. Symptoms of prolonged Meth. use can resemble schizophrenia. Characteristics are: ¨ Anger ¨ Panic ¨ Paranoia ¨ Hallucinations ¨ Repetitive behavior pattern ¨ Formication (delusion of insects or parasites on the skin) ¨ Homicidal or suicidal thoughts LONG TERM EFFECTS: ¨ Fatal kidney or lung disorders ¨ Possible brain damage ¨ Chronic Depression ¨ Liver damage ¨ Blood clots ¨ Hallucinations ¨ Violent and aggressive behavior ¨ Malnutrition ¨ Disturbed personality development ¨ Deficient immune system

Koch Crime Institute. (1999). Methamphetamine: Frequently asked questions. [Online]. Available: http://www.kci.org/meth_info/faq_meth.htm

LEC Organization. (1999). Methamphetamine. [Online]. Available: http://www.lec.org/drugsearch/documents/meth.html