Match List I with List II

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III

The correct answer is option 1. A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III.

Let us go through each item in the lists to understand why they are matched as they are:

A. Tranquilizers : II. Chlorodiazepoxide

Tranquilizers are drugs that are used to reduce tension and anxiety. They are often prescribed to treat disorders such as anxiety and insomnia.

Chlorodiazepoxide (II): Chlorodiazepoxide is one of the earliest benzodiazepines, a class of tranquilizers. It is commonly used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and to provide sedation before surgery. It works by enhancing the effect of a neurotransmitter called GABA in the brain, producing a calming effect.

B. Antibiotics: I. Ofloxacin

Antibiotics are drugs that kill bacteria or inhibit their growth, used to treat bacterial infections.

Ofloxacin (I): Ofloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic in the fluoroquinolone class. It is used to treat various bacterial infections, including infections of the skin, lungs, eyes, and urinary tract. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme critical for bacterial DNA replication.

C. Antacids:IV. Cimetidine

Antacids are substances that neutralize stomach acid, providing relief from conditions like heartburn, indigestion, and ulcers.

Cimetidine (IV): Cimetidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist that reduces the production of stomach acid. It is used to treat and prevent ulcers, GERD, and other conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. By blocking histamine receptors in the stomach, cimetidine effectively decreases acid secretion.

D. Antihistamines: III. Seldane

Antihistamines are drugs that treat allergic reactions by blocking the effects of histamine, a chemical released during allergic responses.

Seldane (III): Seldane is the brand name for terfenadine, an antihistamine that was used to treat allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and hives. It works by blocking the H1 histamine receptors, preventing histamine from exerting its effects.