Which of the following is not a correct statement regarding chloral hydrate?

Which of the following is not a correct statement regarding chloral hydrate?
A . It is the oldest of the sleep-inducing drugs, also known as hypnotic drugs.
B . It is a liquid marketed in the form of syrups and soft gelatin capsules.
C . Its popularity decreased after the introduction of barbiturates.
D . Its main abuse is by young adults.
E . It has a bitter caustic taste and a slightly acrid odor.

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Answer: D