Powdered cocaine, often known simply as “coke,” is a white crystalline stimulant derived from coca plant leaves. Typically used recreationally, it provides a short-lived but intense boost in energy, alertness, and euphoria by increasing dopamine levels in the brain. Known for its rapid onset and stimulating effects, powdered cocaine is usually snorted but can also be taken in other ways. Its effects are immediate but relatively brief, often lasting between 15 to 30 minutes, followed by a comedown period.