If cocaine is taken with a depressant such as alcohol, the body is put under a lot of stress as it tries to deal with the competing effects.
Using other stimulants such as ecstasy with cocaine can increase the risk of overdose.
Using alcohol or other drugs such as benzodiazepines to help with the symptoms of the ‘comedown’ after cocaine use can lead to a cycle of dependence on both drugs.
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