7.Human Health and Disease
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Which one of the following is thecorrect statement regarding the particular psychotropic drug specified ?

A

Morphine leads to delusions and disturbed emotions.

B

Barbiturates cause relaxation and temporary euphoria.

C

Hashish causes after thought perceptions and hallucinations.

D

Opium stimulates nervous system and causes hallucinations.

(AIPMT-2008)

Solution

(c) : Hashish or charas is a pure resin obtained from female flowers and leaves of selected varieties of Cannabis sativa. It is the most potent hemp product (cannabinoids), and is usualy smoked with tobacco. Its use may lead to euphoria, hallucination, drowsiness and continuous laughing. The hallucinogens act mainly on $CNS$ and greatly alter one’s thought, feelings and perceptions.

Standard 12
Biology

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