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What should i do if a friend od's on cocaine?

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Call 911 : Assuming he has intoxication, or od on Cocaine this is serious, because of cardiovascular and neurological complications. Other concerns Cocaine can be cut with other substances and a simple od can be multisubstance in nature thus complicating the picture.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Jeff Blixt answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Call 911: They would need to be evaluated in the emergency room. Could cause seizure, heart attack, also could be a wake up call and a start to seeking help for the addiction, however this is often not addressed nor is it a priority of the emergency room. But none the less don't handle it on your own.

Answered 3/26/2013

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