Q. Which one of the following is the correct statement regarding the particular psychotropic drug specified?
Solution:
Hashish is a form of cannabinoid drug. It is obtained from the Cannabis plant. It is generally taken by oral ingestion or by inhalation.
It is widely used a recreational drug and causes alteration of thoughts, perceptions and hallucinations.
Whereas, Morphine is a strong sedative and analgesic (pain killer). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS).
Barbiturates are sedative-hypnotics that have a calming effect and induce sleep.
Opium is a depressant of the nervous system. It has sedative, analgesic and narcotic effects.
It is widely used a recreational drug and causes alteration of thoughts, perceptions and hallucinations.
Barbiturates are sedative-hypnotics that have a calming effect and induce sleep.
Opium is a depressant of the nervous system. It has sedative, analgesic and narcotic effects.