Substance education
Cocaine.
A stimulant that can cause heart attack, stroke and seizures.
Also known as Coke, Crack. A name does not verify contents.
Immediate effects
Cocaine can increase alertness while causing restlessness, anxiety and paranoia. Brief effects do not rule out serious toxicity.
Sources & review notes
- Cocaine
NIH / MedlinePlus · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Effects, overdose, treatment
Major risks
Heart attack, abnormal heart rhythms, stroke and seizures can occur. Severe intoxication may also involve very high temperature and difficulty breathing.
Sources & review notes
- Cocaine
NIH / MedlinePlus · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Effects, overdose, treatment - Cocaine intoxication
NIH / MedlinePlus · Published/updated 2025-01-08 · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Severe intoxication and complications
Repeated use
Dependence can develop. Repeated exposure can damage the nose or lungs depending on how it is used; lasting heart and mental-health problems can occur.
Sources & review notes
- Cocaine
NIH / MedlinePlus · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Effects, overdose, treatment - Cocaine intoxication
NIH / MedlinePlus · Published/updated 2025-01-08 · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Severe intoxication and complications
Nightlife & combinations
Feeling alert is not evidence of medical stability. Alcohol or other drugs can increase overdose risk. Unregulated contents may add unexpected effects.
Sources & review notes
- Cocaine
NIH / MedlinePlus · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Effects, overdose, treatment - Cocaine intoxication
NIH / MedlinePlus · Published/updated 2025-01-08 · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Severe intoxication and complications
Warning signs
Chest pain, seizure, severe overheating, collapse or breathing difficulty are emergency signs. Call 911; there is no home remedy that reverses cocaine poisoning.
Sources & review notes
- First aid: Act fast!
National Capital Poison Center · Accessed 2026-09-26 · 911 criteria and Poison Control contact - Cocaine intoxication
NIH / MedlinePlus · Published/updated 2025-01-08 · Accessed 2026-09-26 · Severe intoxication and complications
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This resource provides general education, not medical advice or personal clearance to use a substance. No drug or combination is risk-free. For an emergency, call 911.