Cocaine Vaccine

Scientists at the Baylor College of Medicine are testing a cocaine vaccine. Once received, the vaccine prevents cocaine users from experiencing a high from the drug. This vaccine has the potential for making great advances in the treatment of drug addicts--which currently involved 12-step programs and psychiatric counseling.

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What are the side effects?
If there are negative side effects, is the treatment reversible?
How does the vaccine work? Could similar treatments be developed for other illegal drugs?
Should the vaccine be administered to addicts only on a voluntary basis?
Should the vaccine be administered to drug offenders? What is the potential effect on the drug trade?

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