Question

Which of the following are psychotropic drugs?
A. Hallucinogenic
B. Stimulants and tranquilizers
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above

Answer 1

A psychotropic drug can influence the central nervous system and cause alterations in the mood, behavior, perception or even thoughts. These can be medically prescribed for the treatment of several psychiatric disorders such as depression, mania, schizophrenia etc. These are drugs which also have the potential to be abused due to the psychotropic effects.

Complete answer:
Hallucinogenic drugs or hallucinogens are drugs that can cause hallucinations upon administration by its action on the central nervous system. The major examples of hallucinogens are zolpidem and other cannabis drugs. Due to this property of influencing the CNS, these drugs come under psychotropic drugs.
Stimulants and tranquilizers also modify the central nervous system. Tranquilizers are used to provide a calming action, while stimulants excite the nervous system. Diazepam is an example of a tranquilizer while amphetamines are an example of stimulants.
Thus the most appropriate option is C, since both options A and B are right. D is not the right option since, it says none of the above, when options A and B are right.

So, the correct answer is “Option C”.

Note:
There are many classes of drugs that come under psychotropic drugs. The major classes are hypnotics, anxiolytics, stimulants, sedatives, euphoric and narcotics. The usage of such kinds of drugs, without the prescription of a qualified doctor for conditions other than psychiatric illness is a punishable offence. The abuse of these drugs can cause major deleterious effects in the body such as seizures, increased heart rate and body temperature and can even lead to coma.