Drugs and medicine Flashcards
What is a drug
A substance that alters the way the body works
What are some effects of alcohol
Dizziness, confidence boost, slower reaction speed, higher heart rate
What are some examples of legal drugs
Alcohol, caffeine, paracetamol, painkillers
What makes energy drinks attractive to buy
Sugars and flavorings as well as food coloring
What is a placebo effect
A pill that is used in a blind trial that has no effects but is used to see whether someone is lying about the effects
Why are medicines thoroughly tested before use
To see how effective they are and any side effects they may cause
What is one performance enhancing drug
Steroids
What are two examples of illegal drugs
Cocaine, ecstasy, marijuana,
What is the unit of measurement for energy
Joules
What is an example of alcohol
Wine, beer
