Which of the following is a mild tranquilizer?

Valium

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Meprobamate

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Bithional

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Norethindrone

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Solution

The correct option is B Meprobamate
Meprobamate is a carbamate derivative, which is used as an anxiolytic drug. It was the best selling mild tranquilizer for a time, but has largely been replaced by benzodiazepines due to their lower toxicity and serious side effects.

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