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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the onset of effect of MDMA?

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

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

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

    What is the characteristic effect of lysergide at low doses?

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

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

    <p>Synesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of methaqualone?

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

    Which of the following is a tryptamine?

    <p>Psilocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary route of administration for DMT?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Activated charcoal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What is a common effect of amphetamines on mental health?

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

    What is a potential cardiovascular complication of amphetamine overdose?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of chronic amphetamine use?

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

    What is a method of identifying amphetamine abuse?

    <p>Analysis of urine for the parent drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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