Which is correct regarding the physiological mechanism of action of cocaine?
A. The effect is primarily due to inhibition of a specific neurotransmitter reuptake in the brain.
B. It stimulates an elevated heart rate and this causes an increased blood flow in the brain which is perceived as euphoria.
C. The primary mechanism is through brain cell death.
D. The elevated blood pressure is responsible for the alterations in consciousness.
Answer: A
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