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The drug that functions as depressants of CNS is
The drug that functions as depressants of CNS is
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The correct option is C Opium
Opium is dried latex of unripen capsular fruits of Papaver somniferum (commonly known as poppy plant). Many opiates or opioids are derived from opium. Opiates have analgesic, narcotic and sedative effects. They are depressants of CNS (Central nervous system). They slow down respiratory activities, constrict pupil of eye, impair digestion, produce nausea and vomiting and cause sterility.So, the correct answer is 'Opium'.
Opium is dried latex of unripen capsular fruits of Papaver somniferum (commonly known as poppy plant). Many opiates or opioids are derived from opium. Opiates have analgesic, narcotic and sedative effects. They are depressants of CNS (Central nervous system). They slow down respiratory activities, constrict pupil of eye, impair digestion, produce nausea and vomiting and cause sterility.
So, the correct answer is 'Opium'.
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