Soc 11- Drugs Flashcards
Anabolic steroids
Gives testosterone to develop muscles.
Beta blockers
Controls HR to relax.
Bad side effects- tiredness, depression
Narcotics & Analgesics
Relieves pain and mood when injured to train when injured.
Effects: bad balance
Diurects
Elevates urine production to reduce weight
Effects: headaches
Peptide hormones
Increases maturation of red blood cells.
Effects: blood gets thicker- causes heart attacks
Growth hormones
Increases muscle size strength like steroids.
Effects: headaches- not as bad as steroids.
Stimulants
Makes CNS to be more alert (better reaction)
Effects: high blood pressure, high HR
Blood doping (not drug)
Remove blood from system so your body replaces it and then original blood is restored (extra blood).