Coca is eaten and brewed as tea. In this form it is safe. Neither coca nor cocaine are considered physically addictive , but cocaine can facilitate strong dependence . It is easy to develop a bad relationship with cocaine. Cocaine, a stimulant, can increase the workload on the heart.
Cocaine is safer taken orally.
When taken nasally, inflamed nasal passages can occur, which may lead to infections. It can be dissolved with water to avoid this. Cocaine is also a local anesthetic. It will 'numb' the areas where it is applied, which can lead to similar problems. Ecstasy Also known as MDMA, or X. Dependence is rare, but does exist, resembling amphetamine dependence.