Consider the following statements I. Cocaine interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine II. It is usually taken by sniffing and snorting III. It has a potential stimulating action on the central nervous system Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Cocaine is obtained from coca plant Erythroxylum coca. It interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Cocaine, commonly called coke or crack is usually snorted, it has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy. Excessive dosage of cocaine causes hallucinations

Q. Consider the following statements I. Cocaine interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine II. It is usually taken by sniffing and snorting III. It has a potential stimulating action on the central nervous system Which of the statements given above are correct?

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