Strategies For Enhancement In Food Production Question 262
Question: An important medicine for bronchitis is obtained from [MP PMT 1997]
Options:
A) Adhatoda vasica
B) Curcuma longa
C) Hemidesmus indicus
D) Rauwolfia serpentine
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
The leaves of Adhatoda vasica contain the alkaloid vascine.
A decoction of the leaves or their powder is also given, especially for chronic bronchitis.