The best way to clean out a crack pipe so you can smoke the residue is everclear or diesel brand alcohol crack users generally don't go to that trouble they take a little bit of isopropyl alcohol rubbing alcohol are they put the alcohol inside the pipe and shake it around and shake it around until all the resin comes out and they pour it on a piece of glass a mirror or a plate and either rub it around with their finger or dry it with a hair dryer and then scrape the resin with a razor blade. Nov 06, 2016 Plus overheating the pipe repeatedly will cause ur pipe to crack (no pun intended) and break faster. The longer ur stem is the more surface area for resin to collect. If u want to make the most of each hit, hold it in as long as u can instead of burning the crap outta it. Jan 09, 2019 This is so that all heat is evenly distributed throughout and to speed up the melting process. Now crack has to be vaporised in order for it to work, so in a way it's similar to smoking DMT. Best hits require patience and good lighter skills, but if you wanted to do it the proper way then set up a water bath and heat to the boil. When you first hit it, you'll be holding the pipe upwards so as not to drop your hit - but as the crackling sound dies down and you begin to pull thick smoke, lower it down as you inhale. I like to hold it slightly downwards, so that it burns off the chore and doesn't run down past it into the pipe as much. Rotate the pipe as you inhale, also.
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Smoking any illegal drug is risky because you can never know for sure what's in it or how it was made. But there are also risks involved in how you smoke. Here are some ways to reduce those risks.Before you start...
Know your dealer. It's best to choose someone you feel safe with and who knows about the drugs they sell.
Take vitamins or eat something. You may not feel like eating when high.
Find a buddy. Using alone means no one will be there to help you if you overdose.
Find a safe place. Being relaxed and not in a hurry makes smoking easier and therefore safer.
Bring condoms and lube with you. Stimulant drugs can increase your sex drive.
Clean your hands and your own mouthpiece. Use soap and water or alcohol swabs to wash away germs that could go in your mouth.
To reduce risk...
Start with a small amount. If you don't know how strong the drug is, this can help reduce your risk of overdose.
Use your own mouthpiece or pipe. This will help you avoid getting or spreading infection.
Use a shatterproof Pyrex pipe. Other pipes can get too hot or give off toxic fumes.
Avoid using broken or cracked pipes. Damaged pipes can lead to burns, cuts and infections.
Drink water, use lip balm and chew gum. These things will help keep your mouthmoist and reduce cracks, blisters and risk of infection.
When preparing to smoke meth...
Make sure the drug is in the right part of the pipe bowl. If necessary, tap pipe gently.
Avoid burning your fingers. Hold the pipe halfway down the stem.
Apply heat to the bowl. Keep the heat source moving around until smoke fills the pipe (so the bowl won't crack).
When preparing to smoke crack...
Use screens instead of Brillo (steel wool). Brillo can break apart and be inhaled, and its coating can make you sick.
Pack five screens into your pipe. This is safest. If you prefer, it's okay to wrap the brass screens completely around the Brillo and use them together as a screen.
Use a wooden push stick. Wood is less likely than metal to damage the pipe.
When smoking...
Inhale slowly. This will help prevent burning your lungs.
Exhale immediately. Holding it in doesn't make the effects stronger—it only hurts the lungs more.
Handle the pipe with care. It'll be hot after using it.
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Signs of overdose
Feels like:
heart is pumping fast
short of breath
hot, sweaty and shaky
chest pain
nausea
faintness
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fast or no pulse
fast or no breathing
hot and sweaty skin
confusion, anxiety
unconscious
vomiting
seizures
If someone ODs...
It is important to recognize the early symptoms of an overdose and seek medical assistance.
Try to walk the person around, keep them awake
Roll the person on their side (if unconscious)
Call out for help—do not leave the person
Call (or get someone else to call) 911
Tell paramedics as much as you can
Safer smoking products
Contact the health unit in your community for information about obtaining alcohol swabs, mouthpieces and push sticks. Visit HealthLink BC for locations, www.healthlinkbc.ca.
Getting help
Self-help tools:
How To Get The Best Hit From A Crack Pipeline
Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service:
1-800-663-1441 (BC)
604-660-9382 (Greater Vancouver)
About the author
The Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, formerly CARBC, is a member of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information. The institute is dedicated to the study of substance use in support of community-wide efforts aimed at providing all people with access to healthier lives, whether using substances or not. For more, visit www.cisur.ca.