The Use Of Abuse Of Drugs Flashcards
Danger of using untested drugs
Unknown side effects
Main stages in testing drugs
Computer models and human cells grown in a laboratory
Tested on animals
Tested on healthy volunteers, then on I’ll volunteers
Definition of placebo
A medics or procedure prescribed for the psychological benefit. Used as a control when testing for new drugs
How do statins lower blood cholesterol levels
Lower the production of low density lipoprotein in the liver
How are statins used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease
Too much cholesterol is bad, statins lower the production of it in the liver
Definition of drug
A medicine or other substance which has a physiological effect when ingested or otherwise introduced into the body. Affects the chemical reactions within the body
What is meant by addiction
A physical or psychological need for a substance results in withdrawal symptoms when taken away
What problems are caused by drug abuse
Addiction
Affect levels of dopamine
Kill cells and tissue
Cell mutation, lead to cancer
Examples of legal drugs
Tobacco
Alcohol
Caffeine
Examples of illegal drugs
Methamphetamine
Marajuana
Ecstasy
Effects of cannabis
Relax, happy, talkative, chilled Aware of senses, hallucinogenic Munchies Whitey Anxiety, paranoia, panic
What are some performance enhancing drugs and what do they do
Stimulants - boost heart rate and other body functions
Anabolic steroids - stimulate the growth of muscles
Doping - oxygenated blood unfair advantage
Diuretics - remove fluid to make weight classes
Health risks of performance enhancing drugs
Failure of organs
Addiction
Increased risk of stroke or heart problems
Reasons for testing new drugs
Avoid unexpected side effects
