Question

Drugs obtained from plants are mostly

• A. Alkaloids
• B. Terpenes
• C. None of the above
• D. Lignin deposits

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Drugs obtained from plants are mostly alkaloids in nature. Examples:-

A) Quinine obtained from the bark of Cinchona stem.

B) Taxol obtained from the bark of Pacific yew.

C) Reserpine obtained from Rauvolfia serpentina.

D) Morphine obtained from the poppy plant.

So, the correct answer is 'Alkaloids'.