Ensure that if you intend to have sex, that all individuals involved consent to this before and during. When under the influence, you may be more likely to do things you wouldn’t normally do. Mixing cocaine with alcohol can result in your liver producing a third drug called cocaethylene, which is more toxic to your body, than either cocaine or alcohol separately.
It could lead to unexpected and unpredictable effects. It is advised not to mix cocaine with any drugs. Some of these have anaesthetic properties, meaning it can sometimes result in the feeling of numbness and therefore reduce your perception of pain. Cocaine often contains other substances such as benzocaine, levamisole, lactose and caffeine.
Crack cocaine and cocaine are the same drug. You can overdose from cocaine, so it is worth knowing what the signs are, so you can help out your mates, if needed. If you intend on using cocaine, ensure that you are with a ‘sober’ friend. It can also help you make an informed decision about whether you use or not. This allows you to prepare before you use, but also know what to expect when under the influence, as well as after. Especially if you have never used cocaine before, it is worth doing a bit of research beforehand. Below are some simple techniques you can do, to keep yourself as safe as possible, if you intend on using cocaine. However, many who use cocaine, experience a comedown once the effects wear off, including tiredness, anxiety and feeling down.
Cocaine is a Class A substance, often referred to as ‘Charlie’, ‘Coke’ and ‘Snow’Ĭocaine is a stimulant-based drug, meaning that when someone takes it, they can feel more awake, energised and alert.