Soc-11 - PED Flashcards
Anabolic steroids
Drugs that mimic the male sex hormone testosterone and promote bine and muscles growth
PEDs
A substance that can be taken in a variety of ways to produce expected and welcome physical/physiological effects
Beta blockers
Drugs that are used to control the heart rate and have a calming and relaxing effect
Narcotics
Drugs that affect mood or behaviour, including drowsiness and relieving pain
Analgesics
A painkiller
Diuretics
Drugs that elevate the rate of urine production
Anabolic steroids
Drugs that mimic the male sex hormone testosterone and promote bone and muscles growth
Growth hormones
Used to increase their muscle development
Stimulants
Drugs that have an effect on the central nervous system, such as / or physical alertness. Eg amphetamines, ephedrine and cocaine, as well as nicotine and caffeine
Blood doping
Banned process not a banned drug. Boosting of the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream
Peptide hormones
Increases the rate of maturation of red blood cells
Peptidal hormones
Increases the rate of maturation of red blood cells