7.Human Health and Disease
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Which of the following drug is extracted from the latex of poppy plant Papaver somniferum, generally taken by snorting and injection, is a depressant and slows down body functions?

A

Cocaine

B

Hashish

C

Barbiturate

D

Heroin

Solution

Cocaine: obtained from Erythroxylum coca, generally snorted. Causes hallucinations, and has a potent effect on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy.
Hashish: Obtained from Cannabis plant, taken by inhalation and oral ingestion. Effects on cardiovascular system.
Barbiturates: It is a sedative.
Used as a medicine to help patients cope with mental illness like depression, insomnia etc.
Reduces excitement by depressing the $CNS$ activity and lowers physiological activity leading to drownsiness or sleep

Standard 12
Biology

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