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Addiction Drug Addiction Cocaine Addiction About Cocaine
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This article contains information about cocaine, its effects and the devastating consequences of cocaine addiction. Millions of Americans struggle with cocaine addiction and thsi article can help to understand cocaine addiction and find the proper addiction treatment programs and centers.
Cocaine facts and Figures Extracted from the leaves of the coca plant. First used in the 1800's as a local anesthetic for surgeries. Street names blow, cola, freeze, rock, nose candy. Effects on users include a feeling of euphoria, excess energy, talkative and mentally alert when taking small amounts. Also lessens the need for food or sleep. Short-term physiological effects: Constricts blood vessels, dilates pupils, increased temperature, heart rate and blood pressure. Large amounts can cause erratic and violent behavior. Age group 18 to 25 yrs have the highest rate of current cocaine use than in any other age group. In 2000 an estimated 2.7 million chronic cocaine users in the US. In 2000 an estimated 3 million occasional cocaine users in the US. In 2000 259 metric tons of cocaine was consumed by Americans. The two basic forms of cocaine are hydrochloride salt and freebase. Habitual use can lead to medical complications including cardiovascular effects (heart attacks etc), respiratory failure, strokes, seizures, headaches, abdominal pain and nausea. Has been linked to heart disease. http://www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/publications/factsht/cocaine/index.html http://www.gdcada.org/statistics/cocaine.htm |
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