Cocaine

Definition

Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that increases levels of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and movement, in the brain's reward circuit.

Related terms

Dopamine:

A neurotransmitter in the brain that regulates mood, attention, learning, and feelings of pleasure.

Stimulant: A type of drug that increases activity in the body by enhancing functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and energy levels.

Neurotransmitter:

Chemicals in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another.