Question

Barbituric acid and its derivatives are well known as

• A. Tranquilizers
• B. Antiseptics
• C. Analgesics
• D. Antipyretics

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Tranquilizers

Answer 2

: The drugs which act on the central nervous system (CNS) and help in reducing stress and fatigue by inducing a sence of well being are called tranquilizers. They are psychotherapeutic drugs. The most commonly used tranquilizers are barbituric acid and its 5, 5- disubstituted derivative such as vernal, ,luminal and seconal.