Pharmacological Aids Flashcards
1
Q
What do anabolic steroids do?
A
Boost testosterone
2
Q
What are the benefits of anabolic steroids?
A
- Increased protein synthesis and muscle mass
- Increase strength and power
3
Q
What are the disadvantages of anabolic steroids?
A
- Increased blood viscosity
- Decreased cardiac output
4
Q
What is EPO
A
It is naturally in the blood and stimulates the production of red blood cells and haemoglobin
5
Q
What are the benefits of EPO?
A
- Increased red blood cell and haemoglobin
- Increased oxygen carrying capacity
6
Q
What are the drawbacks of EPO?
A
- Increased blood viscosity
- Decreased cardiac output
7
Q
What is HGH?
A
Stimulates growth and is imperative to human development
8
Q
What are the benefits of HGH?
A
- Increased mass and strength
- Increased fat metabolism
9
Q
What are the drawbacks of HGH?
A
- Enlargement of vital organs
- Abnormal muscle and bone development
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