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Which of the following tranquiliser is used as an antianxiety drug as well as an antihypertension drug?(a) Chlordiazepoxide(b) Nitrazepam(c) Reserpine(d) AlprazolamThis question was addressed to me in homework.This intriguing question comes from Human Health and Disease topic in chapter Human Health and Disease of Biology – Class 12

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The correct option is (c) Reserpine

The EXPLANATION is: Reserpine is used as an ANTIANXIETY as WELL as antihypertension DRUG. It is an alkaloid which is obtained from Rauwolfia serpentina. It is known to precipitate suicidal tendency, mental depression and epileptic convulsions.



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