Opioids

Q. Drug called 'Heroin' is synthesized by

1. nitration of morphine
2. methylation of morphine
3. acetylation of morphine
4. glycosylation of morphine

Q.
Which part of the poppy plant is used to obtain the drug "Smack" ?

1. Roots
2. Latex
3. Flowers
4. Leaves

Q. Morphine derived from opium is

1. Gum
2. Alkaloid
3. Latex
4. Tannin

Q. Select the correct statement from the ones given below :

1. Barbiturates, when given to criminals, make them tell the truth
2. Morphine is often given to persons who have undergone surgery as a painkiller
3. Chewing tobacco lowers blood pressure and heart rate
4. Cocaine is given to patients after surgery as it stimulates recovery