Drugs in Sport
- Created by: Olivia Skilton
- Created on: 30-04-13 19:44
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- Drugs in sport
- Narcotic analgesics
- Mask pain, for example injury pain.
- Side effects; Low blood pressure and constipation.
- Peptide hormones
- EPO increases amount of red blood cells so blood can carry more oxygen to muscles.
- Side effects; Can cause strokes.
- Stimulants
- Increase reaction time.
- Side effects; heart and liver problems + high blood pressure
- Anabolic steroids
- Increase muscle size, mass and strength
- Side effects; Women get facial hair, deep voice. Causes infertility and aggression.
- Diuretics
- Reduces amount of fluid in body / lose weight.
- Example; Boxer trying to get into a certain weight catagory
- Side effects; cramp and dehydration.
- Beta Blockers
- Reduce heart rate, makes body steady reducing shaking.
- Good for sports such as shooting or darts.
- Narcotic analgesics
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