Drugs

Define drug.

A drug is a substance that can cause physiological changes when introduced into the body. It can be used for medicinal purposes to treat illnesses or for recreational purposes to alter one’s state of mind. Examples include medications, alcohol, caffeine, and illegal substances like cocaine or heroin.

What is a medication?

A medication is a substance used to treat, cure, or prevent a medical condition or disease. Medications can come in various forms such as pills, tablets, capsules, liquids, injections, or topical creams. They work by targeting specific symptoms or underlying causes of illness to help improve health and well-being.

Alcohol

Caffeine

Cannabis

Cocaine and Heroin

Medication

Nicotine

Opiates