Analgesics: Understanding Classification and Mechanism of Action
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Which enzyme is involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins?

  • Naproxen Sodium
  • Naloxone
  • COX-1 (correct)
  • COX-2

    • Which drug is an example of a non-selective NSAID (COX1/COX2 Inhibitor)?

  • Nalbuphine
  • Tramadol
  • Morphine
  • Ibuprofen (correct)

    • Which type of analgesic is Paracetamol classified as?

  • Opioid Antagonist
  • Weak Opioid
  • Partial Agonist Opioid
  • Simple analgesic (correct)

    • What is the pharmacokinetics of analgesics referred to?

    <p>How the body processes medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is an example of a strong opioid medication?

    <p>Morphine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins?

    <p>COX-4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the drug class of Naproxen Sodium?

    <p>Non-selective NSAIDs (COX1/COX2 Inhibitor)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is an example of a weak opioid medication?

    <p>Tramadol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pharmacokinetics of analgesics referred to?

    <p>How the body processes these medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes involved in prostaglandin synthesis?

    <p>Celecoxib</p> Signup and view all the answers

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