Which of the following is non-hypnotic tranquilizer?

Seconal

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Veronal

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Equanil

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Nembutal

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Solution

The correct option is C Equanil
Derivatives of barbituric acid viz., veronal, amytal, nembutal, luminal and seconal constitute an important class of tranquilizers. These derivatives are called barbiturates. Barbiturates are hypnotic, i.e., sleep producing agents. Equanil is used in controlling depression and hypertension.

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