Cocaine Uses and Effects

Drug: Cocaine

Drug: Cocaine

Classification: Stimulant

CSA Schedule: Schedule II

Trade or Other Names: Coke; Flake; Snow; Crack (Cocaine is designated a narcotic under the CSA)

Medical Uses: Local anesthetic

Physical Dependence: Possible

Psychological Dependence: High

Tolerance: Yes

Duration (hours): 1-2

Usual Method: Sniffed; Smoked; Injected

Increased alertness: Excitation; Euphoria;

Possible Effects: Increased pulse rate & blood pressure; Insomnia; Loss of appetite

Effects of Overdose: Agitation; Increased body temperature; Hallucinations; Convulsions; Possible death

Withdrawal Syndrome: Apathy; Long periods of sleep; Irritability; Depression; Disorientation