Multiple choice

Which of the following statements about thalidomide is/are correct?

  1. It was widely used in Europe as a mild laxtive in the early 1960s.
  2. Its active enantiomer causes severe birth defects in humans.
  3. Its effect is most dangerous during the last trimester of pregnancy.
  4. It was often prescribed to alleviate nausea (morning sickness) that is common during pregnancy.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Only 3

  4. Only 4

  5. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This statement is correct.

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