Pharmacology: Barbiturates and Benzodiazepines

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What is the primary organ responsible for the elimination of MDMA?

  • Liver (correct)
  • Kidneys
  • Brain
  • Lungs

What is the duration of effect of MDMA?

  • 3-4 hours
  • 3 hours and half (correct)
  • 6-8 hours
  • 1-2 hours

What is the most active and abundant component of marijuana?

  • Tetrahydrocannabinol (correct)
  • Cannabinol
  • Cannabigerol
  • Cannabidiol

How long does THC stay in the system of a chronic user?

<p>Up to 4 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the onset of effect of MDMA?

<p>30-60 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the half-life of THC in a single user?

<p>1 day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic effect of lysergide at low doses?

<p>Panic reaction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common adverse effect of barbiturates?

<p>Synesthesia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of methaqualone?

<p>Sedative-hypnotic property (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a tryptamine?

<p>Psilocin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary route of administration for DMT?

<p>Smoking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be used to treat methaqualone overdose?

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What is a potential cause of a false positive result for amphetamines in a drug test?

<p>Taking antihistamine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of amphetamines on mental health?

<p>Increased paranoia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential cardiovascular complication of amphetamine overdose?

<p>Hypertension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of chronic amphetamine use?

<p>Increased tolerance and physical dependence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common compound found in over-the-counter allergy and cold medications that is related to amphetamines?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a method of identifying amphetamine abuse?

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