Cocaine

Also referred to as:
24-7, B.J.’s, Badrock, Jelly Beans, Rooster, Tornado, Ice, Beamers, Bolo, Coke, Crank, Rock, Space, Snow, Nose Candy, Flake, Blow. Big C, Lady, Snowbirds and White.

The most potent stimulant of natural origin, Cocaine used to be used for medical purposes but it was found is was too addictive to continue this practice. It is extracted from the Coca Bush and the majority of Cocaine is produced in Columbia. There are two forms of Cocaine, a powdered form and a freebase form known as Crack. The powdered form is snorted or dissolved in water and injected while Crack is smoked in a pipe. The effects of Crack are more rapid and intense than Cocaine, but they do not last as long. Crack has a more rapid addiction potential, but both are considered to be highly addictive.

Side effects include:

• Blurred Vision and Dilated Pupils;
• Tremors and Twitching;
• Chest Pain and/or Pressure;
• Elevated Heart Rate and Blood Pressure;
• Paranoia;
• Impotence;
• Seizures;
• Stroke; and
• Permanent Damage to Nasal Passage.