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प्रश्न
The active chemical drug resespite is obtained from ______.
पर्याय
Datura
Rauwofia
Attropa
Papaver
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उत्तर
The active chemical drug resespite is obtained from rauwolfia.
Explanation:
Rauwolfia vomitoria is the source of the reserpine active chemical substance, which is used to treat hypertension and acts as a tranquilizer.
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