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ZoologyHuman Health and DiseasesDrugs and Alcohol AbuseEasy2 minPYQ_2009
ZoologyEasysingle choice

Which one of the following depresses brain activity and produces feelings of calmness, relaxation and drowsiness?

Options:

Answer:
B
Solution:

Valium is a benzodiazephine (sedative) that gives a feeling of relaxation, calmness or drowsiness in the body. Morphine is the main opium alkaloid that depresses respiratory centre and contributes to the fall in blood pressure. Amphetamines are synthetic drugs and are stimulant in nature. Hashish is a hallucinogen.

Stream:AIIMSSubject:ZoologyTopic:Human Health and DiseasesSubtopic:Drugs and Alcohol Abuse
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2009

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