Why Is Methampetamine Called the Poor Mans Cocaine?

Question by Howard: Why is methampetamine called the poor mans cocaine?
Does it have different side effects to the user?

Best answer:

Answer by milcdud01
bc its f’ing cheap as hell.

Answer by JOHN F
Meth and cocaine are both stimulants, but the side effects of meth are much worse because of the nasty chemicals used to make it. Cocaine users aren’t known for the facial sores and missing teeth like meth users are. A dose of meth lasts much longer than a dose of cocaine.

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