ASPIRIN Flashcards
(20 cards)
What type of receptor does aspirin primarily act on?
Aspirin primarily acts on cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes.
True or False: Aspirin is an irreversible inhibitor of COX enzymes.
True.
What is the primary action of aspirin in the body?
The primary action of aspirin is to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and lower fever.
Fill in the blank: Aspirin is commonly used as an __________ agent to prevent blood clots.
antiplatelet
List one common adverse effect of aspirin.
Gastrointestinal bleeding.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a physiological effect of aspirin? A) Increased blood pressure B) Decreased platelet aggregation C) Increased heart rate
B) Decreased platelet aggregation
What is Reye’s syndrome, and how is it related to aspirin?
Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious condition that can occur in children who take aspirin during viral infections.
True or False: Aspirin can be used to treat headaches.
True.
What is one major drug interaction to consider when using aspirin?
Aspirin may interact with anticoagulants, increasing the risk of bleeding.
Fill in the blank: Aspirin should be avoided in patients with a history of __________ ulcers.
peptic
What is the mechanism by which aspirin exerts its anti-inflammatory effects?
Aspirin inhibits the production of prostaglandins by blocking COX enzymes.
Multiple choice: Aspirin is contraindicated in which of the following conditions? A) Hypertension B) Asthma C) Active peptic ulcer
C) Active peptic ulcer
What are the common dosages of aspirin for cardiovascular protection?
Typically, low doses of 81 mg to 325 mg daily.
True or False: Aspirin can be used as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.
True.
Fill in the blank: Aspirin is classified as a __________ drug.
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
What is one serious adverse effect of high-dose aspirin?
Salicylate toxicity.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT an effect of aspirin? A) Antipyretic B) Analgesic C) Antidepressant
C) Antidepressant
What is the role of aspirin in preventing cardiovascular events?
Aspirin reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes by inhibiting platelet aggregation.
True or False: Aspirin can be used for both acute and chronic pain management.
True.
Fill in the blank: The active metabolite of aspirin is __________.
salicylic acid
