Cocaine abuse and its immediate effects include dilated pupils, raised blood pressure, increased heart & breathing rate. Occasional Cocaine abuse can cause a stuffy or runny nose, while heavy Cocaine abuse can result in the middle of your nose falling off.
Key signs of Cocaine Abuse
• Red, bloodshot eyes
• Runny nose or frequent sniffing
• Change in eating or sleeping patterns
• Change in groups of friends
• Change in school grades or behavior
• Withdrawn, depressed, tired, or careless about personal appearance
• Loss of interest in school, family, or activities
• Frequently in need of money
Like any intravenous drug injecting cocaine with dirty needles can result in hepatitis , or worse AIDS. Freebase Cocaine abuse, which involves the use of volatile solvents, can result in death or injury from fire or explosion.
Crack is possibly the most extreme form of Cocaine abuse. Crack Cocaine is extremely addictive, its effects are felt within seconds. The physical effects include dilated pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, hallucinations (including the urge to 'Fly' out of windows), paranoia, and seizure. Make no mistake prolonged Crack Cocaine abuse will result in death by cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
What are the Effects of Cocaine?
Cocaine's effects appear almost immediately after a single dose, and disappear within a few minutes or hours. Taken in small amounts, cocaine usually makes the user feel euphoric, energetic, talkative, and mentally alert, especially to the sensations of sight, sound, and touch. It can also temporarily decrease the need for food and sleep. Some users find that the drug helps them to perform simple physical and intellectual tasks more quickly, while others can experience the opposite effect.
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