Question

The drug which does not have a sedative effect but along with alcohol produces marked drowsiness is
(a) Barbiturate
(b) Valium
(c) Antihistamine
(d) Marijuana

Answer 1

Hint: These are commonly used to treat symptoms of allergies and also are mostly used by people who have allergic reactions to pollen and other allergens.

Complete answer:
The chemical drug which does not have a sedative effect but along with alcohol produces marked drowsiness is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are medicines that are used to relieve symptoms of allergies, like hay fever, hives, conjunctivitis, and also reactions to insect bites or stings.

Additional Information: -Other than allergies the antihistamines are also used for the treatment of motion sickness and insomnia which is associated with sleeping difficulties. -one of the major side effects of some antihistamines is drowsiness when taken along with alcohol. -So it is suggested that alcohol should be avoided while taking an antihistamine, particularly if taking an older type of antihistamine, as this can increase the chances of it making you feel sleepy.
- The Barbiturates are sedative-hypnotics, used to treat insomnia, seizures, and headaches. It is a type of central nervous system (CNS) depressant.
-The drug named Valium is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures. It is also used to provide relief in muscle spasms and to provide sedation before medical procedures.
- Marijuana is also called weed, herb, pot, grass, bud, ganja, etc.used primarily for medical or recreational purposes.
So, the correct answer is, 'Antihistamine'.

Note: -Antihistamines are medicines that are mainly used to relieve symptoms of allergies.
-The alcohol should be avoided while taking an antihistamine drug.
-Some antihistamines are diphenhydramine or Benadryl and doxylamine succinate or the antihistamine found in Nyquil.