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Health Encyclopedia: Cocaine Withdrawal
The withdrawal from cocaine may not be as unstable as withdrawal from alcohol. However, the withdrawal from any chronic substance abuse is very serious. There is a risk of suicide or overdose.
Symptoms usually disappear completely over time. People experiencing cocaine withdrawal often attempt to self-medicate with alcohol, sedatives, hypnotics, or antianxiety medications, such as diazepam (Valium). Self-medication or replacement is not advised, because each simply shifts add...
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