Biology Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What are drugs?
A
Drugs are chemical substance that affect the way your body works, they alter the chemical reacts that take place inside your body
2
Q
What are the two types of drugs?
A
Medicinal and recreational drugs
3
Q
What are medicinal drugs used in?
A
Medicine
4
Q
How are medicinal drugs used?
A
To treat symptoms of a condition
5
Q
What does paracetamol do to hep the body?
A
Relieve pain
6
Q
What does antibiotics do to help the body?
A
Treat chest infections
7
Q
How are medicinal drugs bad or you?
A
If not taken correctly
8
Q
Does recreational drugs have any benefits?
A
No
9
Q
What are recreational drugs used for?
A
They are used for enjoyment, relax or help you stay awake
10
Q
What are examples of illegal drugs?
A
Heroin, cocaine, cannabis and ecstasy
11
Q
examples of legal drug:
A
Alcohol, tobacco and caffeine
