Cocaine
Name It
Coke, Charlie snow, C
Know It
- Cocaine is a white powder that can be snorted up the nose. Some users inject it.
- It is a class A drug
The Effects
- Cocaine is a powerful stimulant.
- The buzz creates a sense of well being, making users feel alert and confident.
- The effects last roughly 30 minutes.
- Users are often left craving more
- People may also take more to delay the comedown. (Tiredness and depression)
The Risks
- Cocaine can cause heart problems and chest pain.
- Heavy use of Cocaine can cause convulsions.
- Large or frequent doses over a short period can leave users restless, confused and paranoid.
- Snorting cocaine may permanently damage the inside of the nose.
- Users may find their habit expensive and hard to control.
- Users have died from overdose.