10. Pharmacology exam notes - Drugs in sport

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from lecture notes on psychomotor stimulants and drug misuse in pharmacology.

Anabolic Steroids

Synthetic variations of the male sex hormone testosterone, used to increase muscle mass and strength.

Stimulants

Drugs that increase alertness, attention, and energy, often abused for enhanced performance and focus.

Peptides

Chains of amino acids that can act as hormones or signaling molecules in the body, sometimes used illicitly for various performance-enhancing effects.

Performance-Enhancing Drugs (PEDs)

Substances used to improve any form of activity performance in humans.

Beta-Blockers

Medications that reduce heart rate and are commonly used in high-precision sports.

Erythropoietin (EPO)

A hormone that increases red blood cell production, often abused for enhancing athletic endurance.

Human Growth Hormone (hGH)

A hormone used to stimulate growth and cell reproduction, sometimes misused to enhance performance.

Diuretics

Drugs that promote the elimination of water from the body, often used to meet weight requirements in sports.

Opioids

Substances that bind to opioid receptors in the brain, known for pain relief and potential for addiction.