15: Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Describe a drug
A
Any substance taken into the body that modifies or affects chemical reactions in the body
2
Q
Why do you use antibiotics?
A
Used to treat bacterial infections
3
Q
What is antibiotic resistance?
A
Some bacteria are resistant to antibiotics which reduces the effectiveness of antibiotics
4
Q
What is do antibiotics do?
A
Kill bacteria but do not affect viruses
