Cocaine is an addictive substance which comes form coca leaves or is made synthetically.
This drug acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system. These chemicals trick the brain into feeling it has experienced pleasure. The effects of cocaine occur within the first few minutes, peak in 15-20 minutes and disappear in about 1 hour. The immediate effects are what make cocaine so addicting. The user is willing to endure the lows in order to experience the highs.