Ok obviously you have an issue w/ my opinion, whatever - that's fine.
However, I never stated, nor am I stating that Cocaine and/or Heroin use is a "good" thing. But that people do not use and/or experiment with the intention of becoming an addict.
Presciption drugs - and Cocaine is one of them it is considered a schedule II narcotic - are an example. Noone goes in for surgery and expects to become an addict.
Info on cocaine as a PRESCRIBED med -
USES: Cocaine is used as a local anesthetic to temporarily numb areas of the mouth, nose, and throat (mucous membranes).
HOW TO USE: This medication is applied directly to the inside of the mouth, nose, or throat. The dosage depends on your condition and response to the drug. Do not use by vein (IV) or in the eye. Follow all instructions for proper use. Consult your pharmacist for details. When used for extended periods, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing. Consult the doctor if the medication is not working well. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming. Also, if used for a longer period of time, do not stop using this drug without your doctor's approval
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] Cocaine is still used medicinally as a local anesthetic and vasoconstrictor in Europe. In the United States cocaine was once used to treat sinusitis, hay fever, depression, chronic fatigue and for appetite suppression.[/FONT]
I don't understand how someone being ill,and in need, self induced or not, is a laughing matter, nor do I understand how someone can be so blantant as to chuckle and call them stupid, dumb, idiotic, or they deserved it etc.
This is STILL a human being. Hell, I've seen more compassion from some for a deadbeat jerk than someone who was a contributing member to society, who MAY OR MAY NOT have had addiction issues.
And that - I find truly saddening, as well as disturbing.