Anti-inflammatory drugs ((NSAIDs))

Question 1

What type of medication is Acetaminophen (Tylenol)?

Answer 1

Analgesic, antipyretic, not anti-inflammatory, ↓ Cyclooxygenase-3 (COX-3)

Acetaminophen is often used for pain relief and fever reduction.

Question 2

What is the primary function of Aspirin?

Answer 2

Analgesic, antiplatelet activity, MI prophylaxis, ↓ COX-1 & COX-2

Aspirin is commonly used to reduce the risk of heart attacks.

Question 3

What condition is Diclofenac (Voltaren) primarily used to treat?

Answer 3

Analgesic for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Question 4

Which conditions does Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) treat?

Answer 4

Analgesic for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, dysmenorrhea

Ibuprofen is another NSAID widely used for pain and inflammation.

Question 5

What is Naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve) used for?

Answer 5

Analgesic for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, dysmenorrhea

Naproxen is used to relieve pain and inflammation.

Answer 6

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Aspirin Analgesic,
Diclofenac (Voltaren)
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
Naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve)