What are the effects of barbiturates on people? Why is a combination of barbiturates and alcohol deadly?
a) Barbiturates depress the central nervous system, leading to sedation and relaxation.
b) Combining barbiturates with alcohol can result in severe respiratory depression and overdose.
c) Barbiturates are commonly used as sedatives, hypnotics, and anesthetics.
d) Mixing barbiturates with alcohol can increase the risk of accidents and fatal overdose.