Drugs Flashcards

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What is a drug?

A

Chemicals that effect the way your body works.

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What is a medicinal drug?

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Drugs used in medicine and benefit health.

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Examples of Medicinal Drugs:

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Antibiotics and Pain Killers.

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What is a recreational drug?

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Drugs taken for someones enjoyment and can harm health.

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Examples of Recreational Drugs:

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Alcohol and Tobacco.

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What is a drug addiction?

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When your body is so used to a drug it now can’t cope without it.

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If someone who has an addiction stops taking the drug, they might experience…

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Withdrawal Symptoms.

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Which type of drug can harm health?

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Recreational Drugs.

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