Methedrine (Noun)
Meaning
An amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed Methedrine to help me stay awake during my long drives at work.
- Methedrine was a popular appetite suppressant in the 1950s, but its use has since been largely discontinued due to concerns about abuse and side effects.
- The researchers studied the effects of Methedrine on the nervous system in their lab experiment.
- As a stimulant, Methedrine was sometimes used by students to stay awake during late-night study sessions.
- The patient was warned about the potential for addiction and other negative side effects before being prescribed Methedrine for her weight loss program.
Synonyms
- Deoxyephedrine
- Glass
- Chalk
- Chicken Feed
- Trash
- Methamphetamine Hydrochloride
- Meth
- Crank
- Ice
- Shabu
- Methamphetamine