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Which of the following adverse effects is most likely to occur in patients with asthma who are taking NSAIDs?
Which of the following adverse effects is most likely to occur in patients with asthma who are taking NSAIDs?
- Headache
- Tinnitus
- Dizziness
- Asthma exacerbations (correct)
What percentage of patients taking aspirin may experience hypersensitivity reactions?
What percentage of patients taking aspirin may experience hypersensitivity reactions?
- 5%
- 10%
- 15% (correct)
- 20%
In patients with severe hypersensitivity to aspirin, what should they avoid using to prevent adverse reactions?
In patients with severe hypersensitivity to aspirin, what should they avoid using to prevent adverse reactions?
- Naproxen
- COX inhibitors
- Warfarin
- NSAIDs (correct)
Which plasma protein can aspirin displace, leading to increased concentration of free salicylate in the blood?
Which plasma protein can aspirin displace, leading to increased concentration of free salicylate in the blood?
What is the mechanism behind the antiplatelet effect of aspirin?
What is the mechanism behind the antiplatelet effect of aspirin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Acetaminophen in the central nervous system?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Acetaminophen in the central nervous system?
Why is Acetaminophen considered weak in its anti-inflammatory activity in peripheral tissues?
Why is Acetaminophen considered weak in its anti-inflammatory activity in peripheral tissues?
How does Acetaminophen differ from NSAIDs in terms of platelet function?
How does Acetaminophen differ from NSAIDs in terms of platelet function?
When is Acetaminophen commonly used in patients instead of NSAIDs?
When is Acetaminophen commonly used in patients instead of NSAIDs?
What role does N-acetyl-p benzoquinoneimine (NAPQI) play in Acetaminophen metabolism?
What role does N-acetyl-p benzoquinoneimine (NAPQI) play in Acetaminophen metabolism?
What is a characteristic pharmacokinetic property of Acetaminophen in the liver?
What is a characteristic pharmacokinetic property of Acetaminophen in the liver?
Why is Acetaminophen preferred over aspirin for children with viral infections or chickenpox?
Why is Acetaminophen preferred over aspirin for children with viral infections or chickenpox?
How does NAPQI become non-toxic at normal doses of Acetaminophen?
How does NAPQI become non-toxic at normal doses of Acetaminophen?
In which forms is Acetaminophen available for administration?
In which forms is Acetaminophen available for administration?
