Cocaine addiction symptoms can be recognized in more ways. Later on consuming cocaine on a regular basis, the consumer will always become addicted. Since the cocaine is discontinued immediately, the consumer will experience what has come to be known as a crash along with a number of other cocaine addiction symptoms, including paranoia, depression, exhaustion, anxiety, itching, mood swings, irritability, fatigue, insomnia, delirium tremens, an intense craving for more cocaine, and in some cases nausea and vomiting. Some cocaine users also report having similar symptoms to schizophrenia patients and feel that their mind is lost. Some users also report feeling a crawling sensation on the skin known as "coke bugs". These symptoms can last for weeks or, in some cases, months. Even after most withdrawal symptoms dissipate most users feel the need to continue using the drug; this feeling can last for years. About 30-40% of cocaine addicts will turn to other substances such as medication and alcohol after giving up cocaine. There are various medications on the market to ease cocaine addiction symptoms.
