What are medicinal drugs?
In this lesson, we will learn what drugs are and therefore what medicinal drugs are. We will learn about different examples of medicinal drugs, including painkillers, antibiotics and anaesthetics. Finally, we will apply our knowledge of medicinal drugs to different scenarios. For some people this will be a sensitive topic. If that applies to you, you may want to do the rest of this lesson with a trusted adult nearby who can support.
What are medicinal drugs?
In this lesson, we will learn what drugs are and therefore what medicinal drugs are. We will learn about different examples of medicinal drugs, including painkillers, antibiotics and anaesthetics. Finally, we will apply our knowledge of medicinal drugs to different scenarios. For some people this will be a sensitive topic. If that applies to you, you may want to do the rest of this lesson with a trusted adult nearby who can support.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Describe what is meant by medicinal drugs
- Give some examples of common medicinal drugs
- Describe how medicinal drugs may affect the body
Content guidance
- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
Supervision
Adult supervision suggested.
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