Question

Which of the following is not a physiological symptom associated with the intake of cocaine?

(a) Increase in heartbeat

(b) Increase in blood pressure

(c) A decrease in body temperature

(d) Increase in body temperature

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Asked question is from Human Health and Disease in section Human Health and Disease of Biology – Class 12

Answer 1

Correct option is (c) A decrease in body temperature

Easiest explanation: Cocaine increases heartbeat, blood pressure and body temperature. In high dose, the rise in temperature or blood pressure may be lethal. The drug alters membrane transport, prevents uptake of catecholamines at adrenergic nerve endings and interferes with the transport of dopamine.