MCQ
Seconal, a barbiturate drug, is used as:
  • A
    Antihistamine
  • Sedative
  • C
    Antiseptic
  • D
    Antimalerial

Answer

Correct option: B.
Sedative
Seconal or secobarbital is used on a short$-$term basis to treat insomnia $($difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep$).$
It is also used to relieve anxiety before surgery. Secobarbital is in a class of medications called barbiturates. It works by slowing activity in the brain.
Hence, it acts as a sedative.

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