Signs of a Cocaine Overdose - An overdose of any kind of drug must be taken seriously. Because cocaine affects all 3 of the major systems that help keep a body alive (heart, lungs, and brain) an overdose of cocaine can quickly become deadly. Recognizing the signs of a cocaine overdose and getting help for the victim as soon as possible can quite literally be a matter of life and death.
Here are some of the signs of cocaine overdose:
High blood pressure.
Rapid pulse.
Rapid breathing.
Increased temperature or high fever.
Profuse sweating.
Confusion.
Irritability and agitation.
Other possible outcomes of a cocaine overdose include seizures, infection, liver and kidney failure, heart attack and stroke. Immediate medical attention may help reduce the severity of these affects. By recognizing early signs of cocaine use, and getting help, you may be able to help someone avoid a serious cocaine substance abuse problem, and lower the chances of death due to overdose.
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