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Overview

Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug derived from the coca plant (Erythroxylon coca), native to South America. It is one of the most popular illicit drugs. Cocaine, once snorted, smoked, or injected, acts on dopamine transporters and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) to produce a "high". This high is immediate in its effects, but typically only last a few minutes to an hour.

Effects of Cocaine Use

  • Alertness

  • Euphoria

  • Decreased appetite and tiredness

  • ​Constricted blood vessels

  • Dilated pupils

  • Increased body temperature

  • Increased heart rate

  • Increased blood pressure

  • Restlessness

  • Anxiety and/or panic

  • Paranoia

  • Increased risk of violent behavior

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  • Dependence and withdrawal

  • Increased displeasure

  • Negative mood

  • Anhedonia

  • Anxiety

  • Convulsions

  • Irritability

  • Risk of psychosis

  • Loss of smell

Cocaine

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