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11 Mar

Cocaine Addiction, Drug Effects

Comparison of Cocaine and Lidocaine: Risks, Effects, & Treatment

February 17, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Cocaine and lidocaine are both anesthetics, but cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant, while lidocaine is a widely...

25 Feb

addiction, Cocaine Addiction, Meth

Crack vs Meth: Key Differences and Similarities

February 4, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Crack cocaine and methamphetamine are both powerful stimulant drugs, but they differ in their chemical makeup, effects, ...

11 Feb

Cocaine Addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

Cocaine-Induced Cardiac Arrhythmia & Heart Attacks

January 20, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Cocaine use increases the risk of cardiac arrhythmia and heart attacks. Chronic cocaine use causes long-term dama...

30 May

addiction, Addiction Treatment, Cocaine Addiction

The Cocaine Vaccine: Breakthrough in Treating Cocaine Addiction

July 12, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

The Cocaine Vaccine: Breakthrough in Treating Cocaine Addiction Key Takeaways The cocaine vaccine is designed to stimulate...