Drug Presentation
Cocaine
Cocaine- an addictive drug that comes from the leaves of the coca plant
The coca plant is native to South America. Cocaine is either inhaled through the nose or dissolved in water and injected into the bloodstream.
Other names for cocaine
1. Coke
2. Crack
3. Pearl
4. Candy cane
5. Bubble gum
6. Crystal
7. Snow white
8. White powder
9. Candy
10. Powder
Short term and long term effects of cocaine
Short term effects
1. Loss of appetite
2. Nausea
3. Anxiety and paranoia
4. Depression
5. Intense drug craving
Long term effects
1. Liver, kidney, and lung damage
2. Severe tooth decay
3. Severe chest pains
4. Mood disturbances
5. Weight loss
Signs of abuse
1. Dilated pupils
2. Frequent bloody noses, and runny nose if snorted
3. Abusers of cocaine may become dishonest and unreliable
4. May talk rapidly
5. take frequent trips to the bathroom to use the drug
6. Mood swings