Physiological effects of the coca habit. A historical approach during the 20th century

Authors

  • Salomón Ayala Pío Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Facultad de Medicina. Lima, Peru
  • Giovanni Meneses Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Facultad de Medicina. Lima, Peru https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1677-3457

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15381/anales.v85i4.29372

Keywords:

Coca, Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena, Workers, Historical article

Abstract

The objective of this study is to offer a historical perspective of the academic research about the physiological effects of the chewing of coca leaves during the twentieth century. We reviewed papers in old journals and recent publications, related to the stimulant, mitigating effects of fatigue and its action on work capacity. We reviewed the studies of Gutiérrez-Noriega during the 40s and the experimental demonstration of increase of locomotor activity with coca and cocaine. The studies have not elucidated the influence   on work capacity of the coca users.

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Published

2024-12-31

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Artículo Especial

How to Cite

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Ayala Pío S, Meneses G. Physiological effects of the coca habit. A historical approach during the 20th century. An Fac med [Internet]. 2024 Dec. 31 [cited 2025 Jun. 19];85(4):481-5. Available from: https://revistasinvestigacion.unmsm.edu.pe/index.php/anales/article/view/29372