What are the Drug Short time effects ?

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Cocaine: Short and Long-Term Side-Effects & Treatment of Addiction



The effects of drug abuse depend on the type of drug, any other substances that a person is using, and their health history.


Drug misuse, abuse, and addiction can all lead to both short-term and long-term health effects.



Short-term effects


Drugs are chemical compounds that affect the mind and body. The exact effects vary among individuals and also depend on the drug, dosage, and delivery method.

Using any drug, even in moderation or according to a medical prescription, can have short-term effects.

For instance, consuming one or two servings of alcohol can lead to mild intoxication. A person may feel relaxed, uninhibited, or sleepy.

Nicotine from cigarettes and other tobacco products raises blood pressure and increases alertness.

Using a prescription opioid as a doctor has instructed helps relieve moderate-to-severe pain, but opioids can also cause drowsiness, shallow breathing, and constipation.





Abusing a drug, or misusing a prescription medication, can produce other short-term effects, such as:




Drug abuse can affect aspects of a person's life beyond their physical health. People associated with substance abuse may experience, for example:


Inability to stop using a drug

Relationship problems

Poor work or academic performance

Difficulty in maintaining personal hygiene

Noticeable changes in appearance, such as excessive weight loss

Increased impulse and risk-taking behavior

Loss of interest in formerly enjoyable activities





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