Cocaine was the initial stimulant in Coca-Cola before a switch to caffeine was made. Today cocaine is a Schedule II drug with legitimate medical uses as a local anesthetic for surgeries of the eye and sinuses. Effects Euphoria, increased level of activity, and increases in blood pressure are typical effects of cocaine. Cocaine use is associated with activation of primary pleasure centers in the brain as well as increased dopamine buildup in some of these same areas. These effects probably lead to the very high addiction potential of cocaine.
Chronic overuse can result in irritability and psychosis.
Addiction Potential Physical - High. Psychological - High. Was fashionable in 1980's. Cons Lots of physical side effects. Addicts will do anything to get more.