Drugs and you Flashcards
Legal drug classifications.
- Class A drugs are the most dangerous and have the heaviest penalties.
- Class C drugs are the least dangerous, with the lightest penalty.
There are different types of drugs:
- Depressants (alcohol, solvents, temazepam)
- Painkillers (aspirin, paracetamol)
- Stimulants (nicotine, MDMA, caffeine)
- Performance enhancers (anabolic steroids)
- Hallucinogens (LSD)
Examples of Depressants
- Alcohol
- Solvents
- Temazepam
Examples of Painkillers
- Aspirin
- Paracetamol
Examples of Stimulants
- Nicotine
- MDMA
- Caffeine
Example of a Performance enhancer
Anabolic steroids
Example of a Hallucinogen
LSD
What do depressants do to the synapse?
Depressants block the transmission of nerve impulses across synapses by binding with receptor molecules in the membrane of the receiving neurone.
What do stimulants do to the synapse?
Stimulants cause more neurotransmitter substances to cross synapes.
What do cigarettes do?
Cigarettes smoke contains many chemicals that stop cilia moving.
Where is the cilia?
Cilia (tiny hairs) are found in the epithelial lining of the trachea, bronchi and bronchioles.
Which cells produce mucus?
Goblet cells.
A ‘smoker’s cough’ is a result of:
- Dust and particulates in cigarette smoke collecting and irritating the epithelial lining.
- Mucus not being moved by the cilia.
There are different types of drugs:
- Depressants (alcohol, solvents, temazepam)
- Painkillers (aspirin, paracetamol)
- Stimulants (nicotine, MDMA, caffeine)
- Performance enhancers (anabolic steroids)
- Hallucinogens (LSD)
What is the alcohol content of alcoholic drinks is measured in?
Units of alchohol.
