Cocaine
August 17, 2023
An alkaloid obtained from coca leaves or synthesized from ecgonine or its derivatives. Cocaine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant used non-medically to produce euphoria or wakefulness; repeated use produces dependence. Cocaine, or “coke”, is often sold as white, translucent, crystalline flakes or powder (“snuff”, “snow”), frequently adulterated with various sugars or local anaesthetics. The powder can be rubbed on the gums, or is sniffed (“snorted”) which produces effects within 1-3 minutes that last for about 30 minutes. Cocaine may be ingested orally, often with alcohol, and combined opioid and cocaine users are likely to inject it intravenously. Street names include: coke, blow, nose candy, snow, toot and dust
