MCQ
Phenobarbitone is a sleep$-$inducing drug. It is also used in making:
  • A
    Acetylene
  • B
    Soap
  • C
    Alcohol
  • Urea

Answer

Correct option: D.
Urea
Phenobarbital belongs to the class of medications called barbiturates. It is used to treat insomnia $($difficulty sleeping$)$ and as a sedative to relieve the symptoms of anxiety or tension.
It is also used in making urea which serves an important role in the metabolism of nitrogen$-$containing compounds by animals and is the main nitrogen$-$containing substance in the urine of mammals.
It also used for the control of certain types of seizures. It works by slowing down the brain and nervous system.

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