Question
Chemistry Question on Chemistry in Everyday Life
A barbituric acid derivative drug Veronal is used as
A
Anaesthetic
B
Sedative
C
Antiseptic
D
Antipyretic
Answer
Sedative
Explanation
Solution
Veronal, a barbiturate drug, is used as a sedative. It is a derivative of barbituric acid and used to control hypertension and depression. It is hypnotic and induces sleep.