Question

Which of the following drugs are normally used as medicines to help patients cope with mental illnesses like depression and insomnia?
a. Barbiturates
b.Amphetamines
c. Benzodiazepines
d. LSD

• A. b, c and d
• B. a, b, c and d
• C. a, c and d
• D. a, b and c

Answer 1

The correct option is D a, b and c

Barbiturates
Barbiturates are synthetic drugs commonly known as sleeping pills usually given to treat depression. These drugs reduce anxiety and induce sleep. Hence they are given to people suffering from depression and insomnia.

Amphetamines
Amphetamines are synthetic drugs that are CNS stimulants. They make a person more wakeful, alert and active. Low doses of amphetamines are given to people with depression.

Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are used for anxiety and phobic conditions. It is made up of a benzene and diazepine ring. It is used to treat insomnia.

LSD
LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide) colloquially known as ‘acid’ is obtained from the fungus Claviceps purpurea. They cause hallucinations.
Correct option (a).