This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Psychiatry
Role of marijuana in AIDS-related cachexia? 
Select and explain. 
A. Euphoric, B. Psychostimulator, C. Increases appetite, D. Decrease emetic feeling
C: Increases appetite
Answer: C: Increases appetite 
Explanation: Ans:C- Increases appetiteMarijuana or cannabis sativa contains the active principle tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which has an appetite stimulant effect.While marijuana derivatives do not appear to reverse cachexia, they could potentially form pa of a combination treatment for wasting.For example, cannabinoid drugs might be used to boost patients' food consumption while they undergo physical therapy or take medications designed to increase the propoion of lean tissues in their bodies.