Can you overdose on cocaine?
Yes, you can overdose on cocaine by consuming too much.
Yes, you can overdose on cocaine by consuming too much. Remember: not all overdoses are fatal, but even non-fatal overdoses can have lasting health effects.
Cocaine has been involved in roughly 25% of all overdose deaths in the United States since 2020 and a growing portion of them also involve fentanyl due to poly substance use.
The risk of cocaine overdose increases with the amount of cocaine consumed and if it is consumed quickly. Overdose risk increases if cocaine is consumed along with other drugs. Overdose risk can also be higher for people who have other health problems, such as high blood pressure. A cocaine overdose is also commonly known as overamping. This term can be used to describe several effects, including high blood pressure, increased heart rate, high body temperature, seizures, stroke, or heart attack.
