JEE Main202229 Jul 2022Morning ShiftChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual
Which of the following compounds is an example of hypnotic drug?
Options
- ASeldane
- BAmytal
- CAspartame
- DProntosil
Correct answer
B. Amytal
Step-by-step solution
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. Amytal is hypnotic drug used to treat sleep disorder.