Question

Given below are two statements : 
Statement I: Aspirin and Paracetamol belong to the class of narcotic analgesics. 
Statement II: Morphine and Heroin are non-narcotic analgesics. 
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

• A. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
• C. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
• D. Statement I is correct but Statement II is false

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Let's examine the correctness of the given statements by understanding the classification of analgesics: 

1. Analgesics: These are pain-relieving drugs, and they are classified broadly into two categories: narcotic and non-narcotic analgesics.
2. We need to verify the classification of the drugs mentioned in the statements:
3. Statement I: Aspirin and Paracetamol belong to the class of narcotic analgesics.
   • Aspirin: It is a non-narcotic analgesic. It is used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
   • Paracetamol (also known as Acetaminophen): It is also a non-narcotic analgesic, widely used for its anti-fever and pain-relieving properties.
   • Hence, Statement I is incorrect.
4. Statement II: Morphine and Heroin are non-narcotic analgesics.
   • Morphine: It is a narcotic analgesic, used to treat severe pain.
   • Heroin: It is derived from morphine and is also classified as a narcotic analgesic. It is not used medicinally due to its high potential for addiction and abuse.
   • Hence, Statement II is also incorrect.

Based on the above analysis, the correct answer is: Both Statement I and Statement II are false.