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Question

Which one of the following compounds is used as a sedative?

  1. Potassium bromide
  2. Calcium chloride
  3. Ethyl alcohol
  4. Phosphorus trichloride

Answer:

Option A: Potassium bromide

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Potassium bromide”.

Potassium bromide (KBr) and other inorganic bromide salts produce sedative effects. Potassium bromide has been used for centuries to treat anxiety, insomnia, and epilepsy.