Use And Abuse Of Drugs Flashcards

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Effect of statins in cardiovascular disease

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Statins reduce cholesterol

Which reduced chance of heart attack or Stoke

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Recreational drugs use
What thalidomide caused
Other stimulant drugs

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Prescribed drugs like thalidomide prevent morning sickness causes birth defects
Caffeine stimulate heart rate
Cannabis mental health problems heart Problems
Steroids increase muscle and high blood pressure
Get used to soft highs and move onto hard highs

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Performance enhancing

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Pros
Builds muscle
Other players do it so at a disadvantage if don't
Cons
Cheating
Isn't natural
Negative health effects
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