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. If morphine obtained from Papaver somniferum was acylated, what would we get?

1. Cannabinoid
2. Marijuana
3. Hashish
4. Heroin

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