CRACK COCAINE

 

Freebase - Rock - Wash - Crystal.....

 

 

How it's used

Made from powdered cocaine (cocaine hydrochloride).  Smoked from a pipe.  Fumes are inhaled producing an instant intense high.

 

 

 

 

Possible Symptoms

Produces a rush of euphoria followed by rapid depression.  Loss of self control, dilated pupils, aggressive behaviour, high colouring (intense flushing) , sweating.  Severe mood swings.  Usage easily leads to addiction.

 

Some things to look for Crack and paraphernalia

Small bottle/container or ziplock bag containing three or four rocks.  Paper or foil wraps and home made pipes.  It has a distinctive smell which permeates everything it comes into contact with. 

Rapid weight loss, poor sleeping patterns, severe mood swings, open sores. 

A very costly drug which can lead quickly to financial problems.

 

 

Dangers

Highly addictive.  Direct toxic action.  Can be fatal.

 

Legislation

Crack Cocaine is a Class A drug

Possession carries the penalty of up to 7 years in prison and/or an unlimited fine

Supply carries a penalty of up to life in prison and/or an unlimited fine

 

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