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Drug Rehab Nevada is here to help people with drug and/or alcohol abuse problems in Nevada. find treatment options. Due to our diverse networking system we can find a treatment option tailored to each individuals specific situation and needs. We are able to provide all phases of recovery included but not limited to, alcohol and/or drug intervention, drug and/or alcohol detox, in-patient treatment, out-patient treatment, short term treatment (30 days or less), long term treatment (90 days or longer).

We design personalized treatment programs to provide each abuser with the greatest chance of a successful recovery outcome. Our comprehensive networking system works hand in hand with all of the drug treatment centers in Nevada. At Drug Rehab Nevada we know that each individual is unique and are treated as such. Deciding upon a treatment option in Nevada, or anywhere can be a daunting task for any individual or family, we will guide you through each step of a comprehensive treatment plan for you or your loved one. We are determined in our mission, that every drug and/or alcohol abuser in Nevada. that has a desire to change their life will be given a chance to recover from their addiction and we are dedicated to ensuring that they are given the opportunity to do so. We realize that each individual in Nevada. is in a different financial situation and we will find treatment options for each individual regardless of their financial situation. No matter what your financial situation everyone will receive the treatment help they are looking for.          866-407-4380

Cocaine Information

Cocaine hydrochloride is a central nervous system stimulant derived from the coca plant. There are basically two chemical forms of cocaine: the hydrochloride salt and the "freebase." The hydrochloride salt, or powdered form of cocaine, dissolves in water and, when abused, can be taken intravenously (by vein) or intranasally (in the nose).

Freebase refers to a compound that has not been neutralized by an acid to make the hydrochloride salt. The freebase form of cocaine is smokable. Abused for the intoxicating effects, cocaine interferes with the reabsorption process of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for controlling pleasure, alertness, and movement. Cocaine also has topical anesthetic properties which do not cause intoxication. In Texas, cocaine is the primary illicit drug of abuse reported by adults entering chemical dependency treatment.

Cocaine is generally sold on the street as a fine, white, crystalline powder, known as "coke," "C," "snow," "flake," or "blow." Street dealers generally dilute it with such inert substances as cornstarch, talcum powder, and/or sugar, or with such active drugs as procaine (a chemically-related local anesthetic) or with such other stimulants as amphetamines.

How long has cocaine been used?
The Incas were probably the first to use cocaine 5,000 years ago, but the cocaine that we are familiar with today was first refined by a German chemist in 1858. In its concentrated, purified form, cocaine was used in various medications and led to the first major epidemic of cocaine abuse around around 1900. Soon after, restrictions were placed on the drug because of adverse side effects and addictive properties. Today, cocaine is classified as a Schedule 2 Controlled Substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act and is illegal in most circumstances.

Why do people use cocaine?
Individuals may use cocaine for the exhilarating high, increased energy, and improved confidence. They may also seek the approval of their peers, stress reduction, or rebellion against authority. What they do not realize is that cocaine use can disrupt the chemical balance in the brain, depleting the "feel good" chemicals the brain needs to function normally after the "high" wears off. That's why users experience fatigue and depression or "crash" after the intoxicating effects subside.

How long does cocaine remain in the body?
Benzoylecognine, a metabolite unique to cocaine, can be detected in the urine 2-4 days. The disruption to brain chemistry can remain for much longer. Individuals who have become dependent on cocaine will feel intense cravings for cocaine long after use has ceased making recovery difficult.

Does cocaine affect pregnancy?
Yes. Pregnant cocaine users risk miscarriages, severe hemorrhaging, premature births, and stillbirths. Infants who do survive are not only born premature with smaller than average heads, but also they are smaller in size than their peers and may exhibit withdrawal symptoms. Crack babies may have developmental difficulties as they grow older.

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